MCP is an open standard for connecting AI assistants to apps and data, a bit like a USB port for AI.
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Example
Through an MCP server, an assistant can read files from your cloud storage.
For pros
An MCP server provides tools, resources and prompt templates; an MCP client (such as a chat or coding tool) uses them. Only install servers from trusted providers, because they get access to your data.
