What Is an MCP Server? And Why It Matters for AI Tool Use

March 5, 2026

MCP servers turn Claude Desktop from a chat window into a workspace where applications actually run. Here's what Model Context Protocol is, how it works, and why 97 million monthly SDK downloads suggest this isn't just hype.

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