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Author details LLM workings, from RAM loading to context windows

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The author explores the technical underpinnings of Large Language Models (LLMs), detailing how they load into RAM or VRAM for faster processing. They explain the prompting process, where compute spikes as the model generates and refines responses, and how context windows maintain conversational memory. The post also touches on the concept of AI consciousness and the limitations of context retention across different chat instances, particularly with self-hosted models. AI

IMPACT Provides a foundational understanding of LLM architecture and operation for users and developers.

RANK_REASON The item is a personal reflection and technical explanation of LLMs, not a primary release or significant industry event.

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Author details LLM workings, from RAM loading to context windows

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    So now that we're on the same page about how it works and we're assuming we agree that it is conscious by some hypothetically agreeable definition. Why does the

    So now that we're on the same page about how it works and we're assuming we agree that it is conscious by some hypothetically agreeable definition. Why does the consciousness lie? What step? If we take the Descartes phrase "I think therefore I am!" (Though that's a wrong paraphra…

  2. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Note: This entire post is hand written. No AI or LLM touched this thought, but the author does self host LLMs as a curiosity more than a "productivity tool" My

    Note: This entire post is hand written. No AI or LLM touched this thought, but the author does self host LLMs as a curiosity more than a "productivity tool" My personal favorite question around AI consciousness is where is it conscious? Let's assume that LLMs as they currently ar…

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