Microsoft
Microsoft Mu - Harnessing the power of Small Language Models
Microsoft just dropped Mu, a lightweight, locally-run small language model (SLM) designed to power AI agents directly on Windows PCs—no cloud, no GPU, just fast, focused intelligence. The first use case? A smart assistant inside the Windows 11 Settings app that helps users configure their system with natural language (e.g., “change my display resolution”). Trained on Windows-specific data and optimized for token efficiency, Mu proves that small, domain-specific models can deliver real utility with minimal resources. A big step toward practical, private AI—right on your desktop.