Welcome to the Tech Mem Right Home for Friday, May 26, 2023. I'm Brian McCullough.

Today we get our first look at how Google is integrating AI into search.

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Google has begun rolling out its

L.L.M.

search generative experience with features like a conversational mode and shopping aspects.

This is available to search labs members only for now, quoting 9 to 5 Google.

SGE is aimed at answering longer multi-step searches. These queries might not

necessarily be answered by one website. Examples suited for SGE include, maybe you're

starting to map out a decision that you typically need to break down into smaller parts like learning ukulele versus guitar.

Search will provide an AI-powered snapshot so you can get help understanding what factors to consider.

Another example, if you're curious to learn more about starting your own company,

try looking up benefits of incorporating your business before freelancing.

You can quickly get the lay of the land and then dive deeper with links and articles.

If you're getting ready for an international trip but need to make sure your documents are up to date,

search for how can I renew my passport quickly.

Now you can easily find pointers for the key info you need to know or see a range of options available and take the next step with help from the web.

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