Tokenization

Tokenization is the process of breaking down text into smaller units, called tokens, which can be words, phrases, or even characters. In the context of natural language processing and digital communication, this helps computers understand and analyze human language by converting it into manageable pieces. For example, the sentence "I love apples!" would be tokenized into the tokens "I," "love," and "apples." Tokenization is essential for various applications, such as search engines, text analysis, and machine learning, enabling better interpretation and processing of information.