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Articles on the Model Context Protocol (MCP) — security, setup, and how AI assistants connect to your tools. Practical, source-checked guides from Calmara.

How to install an MCP server in Claude Desktop (2026, step by step)
2026-07-11

Three ways to add MCP servers to Claude Desktop as of July 2026: one-click .mcpb extensions, remote custom connectors by URL, and the manual JSON config. Steps, snippets, and troubleshooting.

Is MCP safe? The security risks AI assistants don't mention
2026-07-05

MCP servers can poison AI tool calls, leak credentials, and hijack accounts. Peer-reviewed 2026 research shows what's at risk and how to defend it.

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