diff --git a/docs/src/pages/post/_assets/jan-research.jpeg b/docs/src/pages/post/_assets/jan-research.jpeg new file mode 100644 index 000000000..93abef112 Binary files /dev/null and b/docs/src/pages/post/_assets/jan-research.jpeg differ diff --git a/docs/src/pages/post/jan-v1-for-research.mdx b/docs/src/pages/post/jan-v1-for-research.mdx index 6b503f718..c5a5c2d54 100644 --- a/docs/src/pages/post/jan-v1-for-research.mdx +++ b/docs/src/pages/post/jan-v1-for-research.mdx @@ -1,20 +1,21 @@ --- -title: "Optimize Jan-V1 for Research: System Prompts & Setup Guide" +title: "Jan v1 for Deep Research: System Prompts & Setup Guide" description: "Explore Jan-V1 capabilities in report generation and research tasks with prompt comparisons, examples, and customization instructions." keywords: ["Jan-V1", "AI research", "system prompts", "LLM optimization", "research AI", "Jan App", "model configuration"] readingTime: "8 min read" tags: Qwen, Jan-V1, Agentic categories: research -ogImage: assets/images/general/og-throughput-benchmark.png +ogImage: post/_assets/jan-research.jpeg date: 2025-08-15 --- -# Optimize Jan-V1 for Research: System Prompts & Setup Guide +# Jan v1 for Deep Research: System Prompts & Setup Guide +This cookbook will transform your Jan-V1 from a basic Q&A tool into a comprehensive research assistant. By the end of this guide, you'll have a custom-configured model that generates detailed reports with proper citations instead of surface-level answers. ![Jan-V1 research comparison](./_assets/deep_research_compare_jan.gif) -## Key Points: +## Key Points - **Jan-V1 includes a default chat template** that's automatically embedded in its Hugging Face configuration - **Use the default prompt** for daily tasks requiring short, accurate answers @@ -280,113 +281,44 @@ This report provides a detailed comparison of three AI language models: **Jan-Na ### Example 3: Software Comparison -**User Request:** -> Compare Signal, Telegram, WhatsApp for secure messaging. +**User Request:** "Compare Signal, Telegram, WhatsApp for secure messaging" +
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-Based on the search results, here's a comparison of Signal, Telegram, and WhatsApp for secure messaging: +
-**1. End-to-End Encryption (E2EE)** -- **Signal**: E2EE enabled by default for all chats (including groups). Open-source and transparent. -- **Telegram**: E2EE only available in "Secret Chats" (1:1 chats), **not** default for groups or regular chats. This is a significant privacy gap. -- **WhatsApp**: E2EE for all messages (since 2016), but metadata and server data are collected by Meta. +**Security Overview:** +- Signal: E2EE by default, open-source +- Telegram: E2EE only in Secret Chats +- WhatsApp: E2EE but Meta data collection +- Basic privacy comparison +- 200 words, single citation -**2. Privacy & Data Practices** -- **Signal**: Minimal data collection; no ads or analytics. Strong privacy focus. -- **Telegram**: Collects more metadata (e.g., chat activity, device info) compared to Signal. Groups have less privacy. -- **WhatsApp**: Uses E2EE but shares data with Meta for ads and services (e.g., contact lists, location). +**Strengths:** Clear recommendations +**Weaknesses:** Limited analysis depth -**3. Security Reputation** -- The IACR research paper (2023) confirms Signal has the strongest encryption and security features among the three. -- CNET and Reddit analyses consistently rank Signal as the most secure option. - -**Key Takeaway**: Signal is the most secure for privacy-focused users due to default E2EE, minimal data collection, and open-source transparency. Telegram lags in default E2EE, while WhatsApp balances E2EE with broader data practices. - -For a deeper technical breakdown, the IACR paper ([eprint.iacr.org/2023/071.pdf](https://eprint.iacr.org/2023/071.pdf)) provides a formal security analysis.
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-# Signal vs. Telegram vs. WhatsApp: A Comprehensive Security Comparison +

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-## Overview +**Comprehensive Security Analysis:** +- Full report with methodology and detailed comparison table +- Academic research citations (IACR 2023 study) +- Privacy practices analysis with breach history +- User experience and practical considerations +- Final recommendations table by use case +- 1000+ words, 5 authoritative references -This report provides a detailed, evidence-based comparison of Signal, Telegram, and WhatsApp with respect to secure messaging capabilities. The analysis draws from authoritative sources including academic research, independent reviews, and privacy-focused publications to evaluate encryption protocols, data collection practices, security features, and real-world vulnerabilities across these three major messaging platforms. +**Strengths:** Evidence-based analysis, academic rigor +**Result:** Professional security assessment format -## Key Findings - -- **Signal emerges as the most secure option** for end-to-end encrypted messaging with robust privacy protections and open-source architecture [1][3] -- **WhatsApp provides strong encryption** but collects more user metadata than Signal for advertising purposes [2][3] -- **Telegram offers limited end-to-end encryption** (only in "Secret Chats") and has been involved in significant data breaches and law enforcement data sharing [1][4] -- **All three apps have self-destruct message features**, but Signal provides more granular control (e.g., messages disappearing after seconds/minutes) [3] -- **Signal is open-source**, while WhatsApp and Telegram have closed-source components that raise transparency concerns [1][2] - -## Detailed Analysis - -### Encryption Protocols and Implementation - -| Feature | Signal | WhatsApp | Telegram | -|---------|--------|-----------|-----------| -| **Default E2EE** | Yes (all messages) [1][3] | Yes (all messages) [5] | No (only Secret Chats) [1][5] | -| **Encryption Protocol** | Signal Protocol (open-source) [3][4] | Signal Protocol (Whisper) [2] | MTProto (with E2EE in Secret Chats) [1][5] | -| **Metadata Collection** | Minimal (no metadata retention) [1][3] | Extensive (for advertising) [2][3] | Moderate (IP addresses, phone numbers) [1] | -| **Open Source** | Full client-side code [3][4] | Partial (server code not open) [1] | Partial (client open, server code closed) [1][4] | - -**Signal** provides end-to-end encryption by default for all messages through its Signal Protocol, which is open-source and auditable. This ensures no backdoors or hidden vulnerabilities in the client software. - -**WhatsApp** uses a modified version of the Signal Protocol (called "Whisper") for end-to-end encryption but retains metadata for its advertising infrastructure. This has led to criticism from privacy advocates who note WhatsApp's data collection practices [2]. - -**Telegram** implements end-to-end encryption only in its "Secret Chats," which are device-specific and not available on desktop browsers [1]. Public channels and groups are not encrypted, making them vulnerable to interception. Telegram's server-side encryption has been subject to scrutiny due to its closed-source nature [4]. - -### Privacy and Data Practices - -Signal's privacy approach is the most stringent among the three: it does not collect user metadata beyond what is necessary for message delivery. In contrast: - -- **Telegram** has explicitly shared user data with law enforcement in 2024 (impacting 2,253 individuals) [1]. The platform also experienced a major data breach in 2020 affecting 42 million Iranian users [1]. -- **WhatsApp** collects user data for advertising and analytics, as evidenced by its data-sharing practices with Meta's ad ecosystem [2][3]. - -### Security Features and Vulnerabilities - -- **Self-Destruct Messages**: Signal allows messages to auto-delete after seconds/minutes, while Telegram's minimum is one day [1][3]. -- **Server Security**: Signal's open-source model enables third-party audits to verify server security. Telegram has been found to store messages in plaintext for extended periods on its servers [4]. -- **Breach History**: Telegram has had multiple security incidents (e.g., 2019 Hong Kong protest data leak) [1]. WhatsApp has not had major breaches reported in public records, but its data collection creates indirect risks. - -### User Experience and Practical Considerations - -- **Group Messaging**: Telegram excels in large-scale group functionality with public channels (not encrypted), while Signal and WhatsApp limit group features [1][3]. -- **Cross-Platform Support**: Signal works across all platforms without limitations. Telegram's Secret Chats are phone-only, creating a security gap for desktop users [1]. -- **Cost**: All three apps are free, though Telegram offers a premium tier ($5/month) for additional features [1]. - -## Critical Insights from Academic and Industry Research - -A 2023 academic analysis published in the Cryptology ePrint Archive confirms Signal's superior security posture through rigorous protocol evaluation [4]. The study found that while WhatsApp and Telegram offer E2EE in specific contexts, Signal's protocol is more resilient against common attacks due to its open-source implementation and lack of metadata retention. - -The CNET review further supports this by noting that "Telegram's server code is not open source," which creates trust gaps that Signal's transparency mitigates [1]. This aligns with the ClearVPN comparison, which states: "Signal offers robust end-to-end encryption and a self-destruct feature that makes sure your messages are always secure" [3]. - -## Final Recommendations - -| User Priority | Recommended App | Reason | -|----------------|------------------|--------| -| Maximum privacy and security | **Signal** | Open-source, no metadata collection, all messages encrypted by default | -| Large group collaboration | **Telegram** | Superior group/channel functionality (though public channels are unencrypted) | -| Legacy compatibility with WhatsApp ecosystem | **WhatsApp** | Strong encryption but limited privacy features | - -For users prioritizing **maximum security and privacy**, Signal is the unequivocal choice based on current evidence. For those needing group communication features with some encryption, Telegram provides a middle ground. WhatsApp remains suitable for users who value convenience over extreme privacy. - -## References - -[1] https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/i-tried-signal-telegram-and-whatsapp-and-this-is-the-one-id-recommend/ -[2] https://www.reddit.com/r/privacy/comments/1imqw72/is_it_better_if_i_shift_from_whatsapp_to_telegram/ -[3] https://clearvpn.com/blog/signal-vs-telegram-vs-whatsapp/ -[4] https://eprint.iacr.org/2023/071 -[5] https://www.ccn.com/education/crypto/telegram-whatsapp-discord-signal-encryption-crypto-integration/