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Llama with or without Ollama

Can we use Llama 2 with Ollama?

  • Answer: Yes, Ollama also supports Llama 2, and we can use it via the platform. The same advantages as with Llama 3 (e.g., optimization and easy integration) apply here as well. However, Llama 3 offers better text quality and a lower error rate, making it the better choice overall.

Can we use Llama 3 without Ollama?

  • Answer: Technically, yes — Llama 3 is an open-source model. However, we would have to set it up manually using tools like Llama.cpp. This requires significant technical effort, including configuration, optimization, and potentially quantization. Ollama greatly simplifies this process, which is why it's more practical for our project to use Llama 3 via Ollama.