Frequently Asked Questions


Everything you need to know about deploying dedicated, air-gapped AI appliances directly inside your firm's local network. Total confidentiality, zero cloud latency, and unmetered document intelligence.


On-Premise Infrastructure, Security & Compliance

Hardware, Deployment & Industry Regulations


What does "air-gapped" mean for an OmniSquid deployed server?

An air-gapped server operates completely isolated from external networks and the public internet. All model weights, indexing vectors, and document stores execute directly on the local physical hardware installed inside your server rack or office network.

How does local processing differ from commercial cloud AI APIs?

Commercial cloud AI APIs require uploading unencrypted or operational files across third-party servers, introducing data retention risks, unpredictable per-token pricing, and potential compliance violations. Dedicated hardware deployed on-premise processes 100% of data locally on your firm's own GPUs, ensuring no data ever leaves your building.

How does OmniSquid handle recurring licensing or API token costs?

Because all inference runs locally on your owned hardware appliance, there are zero per-query token fees or API rate limits. Your deployment becomes a fixed capital asset with predictable maintenance options.

How does an on-premise AI preserve attorney-client privilege during discovery?

By processing deposition transcripts and confidential case files behind your firm's firewall, you eliminate third-party data disclosure risks, preventing accidental privilege waivers caused by cloud vendor data retention policies.

Is the system HIPAA-compliant for medical and healthcare practices?

Yes. Since Patient Health Information (PHI) stays strictly within your clinic's local infrastructure and never transmits to external web endpoints, third-party PHI exposure is eliminated entirely.

Can financial practices query sensitive client records securely?

Absolutely. Advisors, accountants, and brokers can run deep portfolio summaries, audit commercial lease agreements, and analyze client tax documents with full confidence that proprietary financial data remains under strict local data sovereignty.