Language Models
AI systems trained on text to recognize patterns and predict or generate human language in sequence.
In Plain English
Language Models are AI systems trained by reading vast amounts of text and learning how language works at a statistical level—which words and phrases typically follow others, how concepts connect, and what sounds natural. They predict the next word (or next few words) based on what came before, much like how your phone suggests the next word as you type a text message. Smaller language models focus on specific tasks like spelling correction or sentiment analysis, while larger ones like GPT models can handle complex reasoning and conversation. Language models form the foundation of most modern AI writing and conversation tools.
💡Real-World Example
When you type an email and Gmail suggests the next phrase, that's a language model at work. It has learned that after "Thank you for" people often write "your time" or "the opportunity." Larger language models like ChatGPT do the same thing, but with far more sophistication, generating entire paragraphs instead of a few words.
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