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The next Google (dkb.io)

691 points by dbrereton · 1623 days ago · 542 comments on HN

Article summary

The article discusses the limitations of current search engines and the need for a new approach to searching the internet. It highlights the complexity of modern search engines and the potential for a simpler, more effective alternative. The article's content is not available, but the comments suggest it explores new search alternatives and ideas for improving the search experience. The discussion focuses on the challenges of creating a better search engine and the trade-offs between simplicity, functionality, and profitability.

Main themes

  • search engine alternatives
  • simplicity vs complexity
  • spam reduction
  • user experience
  • profitability vs user needs
  • knowledge graphs
  • information retrieval innovation

What commenters say

  • A new search engine should prioritize simplicity and relevance over complexity and ads.
  • The next Google cannot just be an input box that spits out links, but needs to provide more meaningful results.
  • Some users prefer a search engine that provides answers rather than just links, while others value the ability to verify information through original sources.
  • Making spam unprofitable by targeting its funding sources could be a more effective approach to reducing spam in search results.
  • A search engine that allows users to downvote or block certain results could improve the overall search experience.
  • The current web's focus on clicks as a measure of value is a structural failure that needs to be addressed.
  • A queryable knowledge graph could be a more effective way to retrieve information than traditional search engines.
  • The development of a new search engine should prioritize user needs and preferences over profit and ad revenue.