Each response is a new prediction based on the previous context. This is why ChatGPT can support a dialogue — it “remembers” what was said earlier (within the current session).
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Why does ChatGPT sometimes make mistakes?
Because it is not a mind, but a mathematical model of probability. If there were errors somewhere in the training set, the model can repeat them. It also does not have access to up-to-date information (unless it is connected to the Internet) and cannot check facts in real time.
In addition, ChatGPT does not have its own experience or intuition. All it knows is the result of statistical processing of big data.
Can it be trusted?
ChatGPT is a tool, not a source of absolute truth. It can be useful for:
explaining complex topics;
generating ideas;
automating routine tasks;
assisting in training and research.
But everything it says is worth checking, especially when it comes to medicine, law, finance and other important areas.
And what about ethics?
The issues of responsibility and ethics are some of the most pressing in the world of AI. To prevent ChatGPT from producing dangerous, toxic or inappropriate content, it is additionally trained with the participation of people. This is called RLHF — reinforcement learning from humans.
The model has been “taught” which answers are preferable and which are unacceptable. But, of course, there is no perfect protection against abuse, and this issue is still being actively discussed in the scientific community.
What awaits us next?
AI technologies are developing rapidly. Already today, we are seeing:
multimodal models (understanding not only text, but also images, sound, video),
local versions of AI that work without the cloud,
AI assistants built into smartphones, cars, editors, and search engines.
ChatGPT is just one step in this direction, but a very important one.
Results
ChatGPT is a powerful language model that can “talk” to a person. It does not have intelligence, but it can imitate understanding, relying on a huge array of data and smart architecture. This is a tool that, if used correctly, can greatly simplify our lives – from studying to work.
But, like any tool, it requires a conscious and responsible approach.
