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Llama 3, the latest iteration of the Llama models, demonstrates enhanced flexibility and reduced censorship compared to its predecessor, Llama 2, by exhibiting significantly lower false refusal rates, thereby enabling broader topic discussions. When presented with prompts, Llama 3 responds more openly and provides practical assistance, such as suggesting activities at an airport or presenting Python code for formatting a hard drive, albeit with cautionary advice. In contrast, Llama 2 maintains a more restricted approach, often declining to engage with prompts it deems unethical or potentially harmful. This increased openness in Llama 3 allows for engaging in complex discussions, such as those involving nuclear physics, while still acknowledging the implications of such topics. For users interested in operating Llama 3 locally, it can be run using Ollama.