Analyzing How ChatGPT Selects Sources via Network Traffic

A new analysis explores how ChatGPT selects its sources. Instead of looking at outputs, the study reads network traffic. This method provides insight into the retrieval process. It reveals how the system interacts with external data. By monitoring traffic, researchers can see source selection. This approach offers a different perspective on model behavior. It bypasses the limitations of analyzing text alone. The findings shed light on the underlying data retrieval.