Deep Dive into MCP Remote Server

Local MCP Server

Local MCP Server refers to an MCP server running on the user’s local device. In this mode, the MCP client (e.g., Claude Desktop or Cursor) communicates with the MCP server via local inter-process communication (stdin/stdout), and the server then connects to various APIs and services on the internet. This architecture is simple and straightforward, making it suitable for individual developers, though it does have certain limitations.

While Local MCP Server is simple and easy to use, it faces several challenges in enterprise-level applications:

• Dependency on Local Environment: It requires users to have a suitable local environment (e.g., installing Python or Docker) to run the MCP Server, which is not user-friendly for non-technical users.
• Security Risks: Enterprises are unlikely to distribute sensitive data tokens, API keys, or other credentials to individual employees’ local machines. This not only violates security best practices, but also increases the risk of credential leakage.
• Consistency Issues: When multiple users need access to similar or shared resources, it becomes difficult to ensure consistent configurations and permissions, leading to potential data conflicts or permission confusion.
• High Maintenance Costs: Deploying and…