Hello all! I’m looking for a good alternative to Google Translate. I would prefer one that isn’t using a modern LLM, but I understand if that’s not possible. I would also like it to not be collecting personal data.

  • twinnie@feddit.uk
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    4 days ago

    Why not LLM? When ChatGPT came out I was living a country where I didn’t speak much of the local language. GPT was a game changer, it didn’t just translate the words, it understood the context and it was much more useful.

    • Dynamo Maus@feddit.org
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      3 days ago

      AI does not “undestand”

      Especially not the context. LLMs are Mathematical Methods.

      But I agree: They are actually good for translating especially when focused on translation - like deepl