MCP & Tool Protocols
Context source
Any external system, document, database, or service that supplies information to an AI model.
Example
A meeting brief records whether each fact came from email, calendar, or CRM.
Why it matters
It gives an assistant relevant background beyond its original learning.
You'll hear it
“Which document supplied that detail?”
Can you control it?
Set by the team
The people building or running the AI choose this setup. An everyday user generally needs their help to change how this part works.
Common questions
- Can two context sources disagree?
- Yes. Different dates, owners or assumptions can produce conflicting information.
- Does a trusted connection make every source current?
- No. Connected material can still be outdated.
- Can a source be relevant but unauthorized for the user?
- Yes. Relevance does not replace access permission.