While I was working on compiling a PDF proof of some writing drafts this morning, I realized MS had "enhanced" office with AI. Without asking, without consent.
I was able to do the registry edit solution and now the AI.exe task does not appear to be loading when I go in to work on a draft.
https://thegeekpage.com/how-to-disable-the-artificial-intelligence-ai-host-feature/
I want to again remind people that AI is an equal opportunity robber. Your rough drafts? Private journals? AI don't care and will gobble that up.