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Self-hosting
Running AI software and models on infrastructure you control rather than using a vendor's hosted service.
Definition
Self-hosting covers running open-weight models on your own GPUs or cloud accounts, and deploying open-source platforms such as automation or agent builders in your environment. It offers data control and predictable costs at scale but requires operations expertise, security upkeep, and capacity planning.
Why it matters when choosing a tool
Organisations with strict data requirements or high volumes often self-host; smaller teams usually get more value from managed services.
Where you will meet it
AI Automation & Workflows, AI Agent & Chatbot Builders, AI Coding & Development
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