• Oni_eyes@sh.itjust.works
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    4 months ago

    The ai results from Google I have been getting are less helpful than two specific searches. It could be because of how we search for things and it is definitely getting messed with because of seo weighting and ai targeting those tools, so I think a better option would be to teach people how to actually use the search engines properly instead of just sitting back and letting ais pick up slack.

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      4 months ago

      My scenario is that I use chatgpt to get context and terminology in the area I’m researching.

      I then know how to do more specific Google searches (only 1/2).

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          4 months ago

          I guess it adds up to 12 searches worth of environmental impact with chatgpt+Google (10 searches worth from chatgpt, 2 from Google)

          When I use Google alone it’s often the same as that if not more. Sometimes it’s less if I already know the subject matter, but in those scenarios I would usually give just Google a go first anyway.

          Basically chatgpt often either gives me the answer or a much better starting place for what to Google.

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            4 months ago

            I don’t understand the chatgpt bit still. When you say you need more context on the subject matter, you could search for the wiki or a forum and get the same information chatgpt is pulling without the impact.