# Foundation model: what it is and how it works · Zorraquino
> A foundation model is a model trained on broad data that can be adapted or used for a range of tasks.
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# Foundation model

A foundation model is a model trained on broad data that can be adapted or used for a range of tasks

What it means, how it is used and where it comes up, with its related concepts.

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## What it is and how it works

It can serve as the basis for language, image or other applications. Its breadth does not guarantee good results in every context. Each use requires assessing capabilities, restrictions, licence terms and adaptation needs.

Topics

[Artificial intelligence](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/category/inteligencia-artificial)

## Related concepts

- [Small language model](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/small-language-model)
- [Vector database](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/vector-database)
- [Multimodal model](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/multimodal-model)