Copilot
When using generative AI, it's crucial to protect sensitive information. To ensure data security, use Microsoft Copilot while signed in using your KSU credentials, and NEVER share sensitive information such as social security numbers or bank account information.
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How to Access Copilot Securely
- Navigate to copilot.microsoft.com and use the button on the top-right to sign in using your KSU credentials. This keeps your information secure.
- Note the green “Protected” icon in the top-right, which indicates that you are now using data protection. Begin interacting with Copilot by typing into the chat box.
- Customize Your Experience: Copilot offers settings to adjust text and images it produces. Look for the option to adjust your conversation style (More Creative, More Balanced, or More Precise). Tailoring this setting can enhance Copilot's assistance to better match your needs.
Please note that your prompts and Copilot's output will not be saved unless you copy or download it during the session; once you start a new chat or log out of the platform, your data will be erased.
Detailed instructions on accessing Copilot through the Copilot website, Bing, or Edge
Copilot FAQ
Below are answers to common questions about Copilot. Have an additional question or concern? UITS is here for you! Check out the IT Knowledge Base or contact the KSU IT Service Desk.
- For whom at KSU is copilot.microsoft.com with data protection available?
- Copilot.microsoft.com with data protection is available for all KSU students, faculty, and staff.
- Is content generated by Copilot automatically saved so I can find it later?
- No, content generated by Copilot is not automatically saved; you should download any Copilot-generated text or images that you want to keep.
- How does Copilot differ from ChatGPT?
- Microsoft Copilot connects to ChatGPT, which is a natural language processing technology developed by OpenAI. The advantage of using Copilot with your KSU credentials is that your data will be protected by excluding it from the data training sets used to train AIs.
- Does Copilot share advertisements in the chat?
- Yes. Depending on your current search, you might see an advertisement. It will be indicated by a icon with the word “Ads.” You can click on the little “i” next to it to learn about the advertiser. If you don’t want to see personalized ads, click on Ad settings and turn them off. (You might still see personalized ads if companies other than Microsoft have collected data about you.)
- What browsers can I use to access Copilot?
- You can access Copilot using Microsoft Edge (where Copilot is already integrated) as well as other major browsers like Chrome and Firefox. Detailed instructions on accessing Copilot
- I have a question about using AI for instructional use. Whom should I ask?
- For guidance on instructional uses of AI at KSU, submit a Digital Learning Innovations service ticket.
- Does Copilot have character limits?
- Yes: The character limit for prompts and instructions given to Copilot is 2,000 characters;
the character limit for text responses from Copilot is 16,000 characters.
- Yes: The character limit for prompts and instructions given to Copilot is 2,000 characters;
the character limit for text responses from Copilot is 16,000 characters.
- How reliable is Copilot-generated content?
- Content generated by Copilot may contain errors and should be reviewed carefully to
ensure accuracy.
- Content generated by Copilot may contain errors and should be reviewed carefully to
ensure accuracy.
- How many images can be generated by Copilot daily?
- Each individual at KSU can generate up to 15 images per day for free using Copilot.
