AI Glossary Term

What is MCP (Model Context Protocol)?

Definition

An open protocol that lets AI applications connect to external tools, data sources, and context providers in a standard way.

Related terms

Algorithmic Transparency
How clearly an AI system's logic, data sources, and limitations are documented and understandable.
Function Calling
A model capability to generate structured calls that trigger external tools or APIs.
Tool Use
A model's ability to call external tools such as search, calculators, or APIs.
Machine Learning (ML)
Methods that allow systems to learn patterns from data and improve over time.
Memory (Agent Memory)
Stored context an AI agent uses across steps or sessions to improve continuity.
Multimodal Model
A model that can process or generate multiple data types such as text, image, and audio.

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