Ollama
Run large language models locally with one command
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About Ollama
Ollama makes it easy to run large language models locally on your computer. With a simple CLI, you can download and run models like Llama, Mistral, Gemma, and more. It handles model management, GPU acceleration, and provides an OpenAI-compatible API.
Features
✦One-command setup
✦API server
✦GPU acceleration
✦Model library
✦Modelfile
✦OpenAI-compatible API
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Dead simple to use (one command)
- +Runs completely offline
- +OpenAI-compatible API
- +Huge model library
- +Active community and updates
Cons
- −Requires decent GPU for large models
- −Slower than cloud APIs
- −No built-in UI (need Open WebUI etc.)
- −Model quality varies
Platforms
macOSLinuxWindows
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