Microsoft Copilot with Data Protection
Microsoft Copilot with Data Protection is a UAB-approved AI chatbot for use on the web, in Windows and in Bing or Edge. Sign in with your BlazerID and password.
Features
Search for information
Pose your query, and Copilot will search a variety of sources, analyze them and provide a concise response.
Generate text
Give Copilot a prompt, and it will analyze the context and intent, and generate text based on your request.
Generate images
Describe what you’re looking for, and Copilot will generate a set of images that can help you with ideation.
FAQ
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Who can use Copilot with Data Protection?
Students, faculty and staff with a UAB campus email address can access Copilot.
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How do I access Copilot with Data Protection?
- On the web at microsoft.com/copilot
- In Bing and the Bing mobile app
- In the Copilot sidebar in Edge
- In Windows 11
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What are the advantages of Copilot with Data Protection?
Copilot with Data Protection, which is part of UAB’s Microsoft license and available for campus faculty, staff and students, is a more secure alternative to consumer tools such as ChatGPT and Google Gemini.
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What can Copilot help you do?
Employees can use Copilot to generate text or images, analyze or compare data, summarize documents, learn new skills, write code and more. Instructors can use Copilot to personalize learning, plan a lesson, brainstorm, tutor, communicate, and improve efficiency.
Keep in mind that you should follow UAB’s AI guidelines when using AI tools, and keep people at the center of your process. Closely monitor the inputs and outputs for Copilot.
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Why does Copilot with Data Protection offer stronger security?
Copilot with Data Protection is a more secure alternative to consumer-oriented generative AI services like ChatGPT, Google Gemini or the non-enterprise version of Copilot (formerly known as Bing Chat).
When you log in with your BlazerID and password, you’ll see a green “protected” label in the upper righthand corner. When you are logged in, Microsoft encrypts your queries and does not use them to train its AI.
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Where can I learn more?
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Explore Microsoft’s resources for Copilot with Data Protection, including:
- Overview
- Tips and tricks
- Privacy and protections
- Discussion page
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Where can I get help on campus?
For technical support, contact AskIT.