Glossary term
Memory
A feature or behaviour where an AI tool retains certain preferences or details beyond the immediate answer, depending on product settings.
Plain-English meaning
A feature or behaviour where an AI tool retains certain preferences or details beyond the immediate answer, depending on product settings. In everyday AI use, this term matters because it affects what the tool can answer, remember, verify, or safely provide.
Why it matters
Understanding this term helps users avoid bad assumptions. Many AI problems are not caused by one simple failure. They may come from product limits, safety rules, privacy boundaries, copyright limits, account permissions, or unclear prompts.