Latest Posts
Initial impressions with the MacBook Pro 16" M3 Pro
After a year of using the 14-inch MacBook Pro and dreaming of a larger display, I finally upgraded to the 16-inch M3 Pro model with 36 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage. In this post, I share my initial thoughts on the increased screen real estate, the practicality of the heavier build, and early observations regarding battery life during intensive setup tasks.
Mastering Copilot for Microsoft 365
If you are looking to understand the full scope of Microsoft's AI assistant, I provide a comprehensive guide covering licensing, onboarding, underlying technology, and governance for Copilot for Microsoft 365. I walk you through everything from user experience and administrative controls to extracting tangible productivity gains and leveraging available training resources.
Verify your profile on LinkedIn
Drawing from my two decades on LinkedIn, I explain why verifying your profile adds a crucial layer of trust through a visible badge. I detail the three available verification methods, with a specific focus on the step-by-step process for verifying your identity using a government-issued ID via the LinkedIn app.
Getting started with Ollama with Microsoft's Phi-2
Discover how to run powerful generative AI models locally using Ollama, a free tool that simplifies hosting Large Language Models on your own machine. I will walk you through the setup process and demonstrate how to leverage Microsoft’s efficient Phi-2 model for high-performance, privacy-focused AI interactions.
Five years, and not counting anymore: Bye, Facebook (and Instagram)
Discover why I chose to step away from Facebook and Instagram five years ago to reclaim my focus and mental energy. This post explores how leaving these platforms helped me break free from mindless scrolling and addiction, allowing me to prioritize deeper, real-world connections and regain clarity in my daily life.
A long-term review of using a MacBook Pro 14" M2 Max
In this long-term review, I share my experience as a lifetime Windows and Linux user who has spent nearly a year working with a MacBook Pro 14" M2 Max. While the hardware is impressively powerful and the display is excellent, I discuss significant frustrations with MacOS’s window management, file handling, and infrequent, uninspired updates compared to the Windows ecosystem.
Jussi Roine
Microsoft MVP and consultancy founder with 30+ years of experience, passionate about Microsoft security, AI governance, and sharing what I learn along the way.