AI Safety for Internet Users
Your guide to understanding and dealing with chatbots and LLMs
Oct 2, 2026 | Share 
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AI is somewhat unavoidable on the internet. Whether you’re using AI at work, scrolling past AI slop on Facebook, or just trying to talk to an actual human when you call customer service, you’re going to have to deal with large language models (LLMs) and the various apps that make use of them.
There are lots of different types of artificial intelligence with a wide range of capabilities and uses. But if you’re hearing a tech company talk effusively about their new AI product, they’re probably talking specifically about LLMs.
Large language models are a type of AI model geared towards natural language processing tasks. This makes them great as an interface between users and complex computer systems. Of course, you can also shoehorn them into any number of uses, from generating crustacean-based images to managing fast-food restaurants.
…your results may vary.
Whether you’re excited, concerned, or just irritated by companies shoving AI into everything, it’s important to follow some best practices to make sure that you’re interacting with them safely.
We’ve broken these concerns into a few categories where you can find out more:
- How AI processes information
- The limits of AI responses
- How AI impacts mental health
- AI privacy
In the end, large language models may just be tools, but that doesn’t make them neutral. It’s important to understand the capabilities and constraints of these AI models in order to make informed decisions about whether and how to use them.
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Author - Peter Christiansen
Peter Christiansen writes about telecom policy, communications infrastructure, satellite internet, and rural connectivity for HighSpeedInternet.com. Peter holds a PhD in communication from the University of Utah and has been working in tech for over 15 years as a computer programmer, game developer, filmmaker, and writer. His writing has been praised by outlets like Wired, Digital Humanities Now, and the New Statesman.
Editor - Jessica Brooksby
Jessica loves bringing her passion for the written word and her love of tech into one space at HighSpeedInternet.com. She works with the team’s writers to revise strong, user-focused content so every reader can find the tech that works for them. Jessica has a bachelor’s degree in English from Utah Valley University and seven years of creative and editorial experience. Outside of work, she spends her time gaming, reading, painting, and buying an excessive amount of Legend of Zelda merchandise.
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