by Dan Greco
In 2004, Google Labs began development of a program as a
component of their search engine that utilized keywords to make suggestions.
The suggestions were mainly based on popular previous searches of Google users.
It was designed to save time and facilitate
the correction process for spelling errors.
In 2008, the program was complete and ready for launch. I remember
thinking how brilliant it was, but now I’m just realizing how funny it can be.
Using a few common question openers, I tested the waters of
the suggestion database. I then chose a
few of the top suggestions (and added my personal commentary).
"What is the..."
- ...Scientific Method?- This was at the very top? Since no one older
than a 6th grader cares, I assume our education system is failing.
- ...Illuminati?- I Learned something new: it is a name given to
secret conspiracy groups. I should ask Google how to get into one!
- ...Meaning
of Life?- Did you seriously just ask Google that? This proves how many people are
convinced Google is God.
- ...Constitution?- At first I thought you’d have to be a complete moron to ask Google that. But then realized you’re probably an
immigrant… My bad. Welcome to America!
"How do you..."
- ...Know? -I tried not to laugh, but failed. As the number one result, this proves how many girls have romance anxiety.
- ...Take a screen shot?-Pull the trigger of gun that is directed at a screen. *
- ...Get pink eye?- Eww, you got pink eye!?!?
- ...Multiply
fractions?- Answer: go to elementary
school
Watching the Clippers/Heat game the other night, Nadia wondered what nationality Blake Griffin was. Google was brought up, and we were given what you see below. There were links below, as you can see, but Google offered a shortcut. "Best guess for Blake Griffin Nationality is United States of America" it told us. This answer was immediately acceptable, as well as enlightening. Great job, Google.
