"There's no need to download a new web browser."(Microsoft Edge)
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@wintercoast What I like the most about Brave Search is its AI summarizing function. Actually, this is what I usually use. It's very helpful when wanting to solve a problem quickly, especially in Ubuntu, where you need pretty many terminal commands.
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@ThePfromtheO But another thing I don't like about Brave Search is that it has few suggestions. Its suggestions usually work only for 1-3 words. If your search query has more words, it won't give you any suggestions.
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@ThePfromtheO said in "There's no need to download a new web browser."(Microsoft Edge):
What I like the most about Brave Search is its AI summarizing function
Yeah, it's great - especially on tech stuff. It's often easier to get answers from it than a direct search on a tech product's own website, for example. It's not always 100% accurate but it's usually good enough for my purposes and is rarely grossly wrong.
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@wintercoast The problem's that in this way, we become kind of dependent on AI...
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@barbudo2005 said in "There's no need to download a new web browser."(Microsoft Edge):
Want to keep your brain muscle in shape?
Yes, I want.
You seem not to have the same opinion...When you'd find yourself without your trusted AI, you'd be as being without your own brain.
Let's be real: if AI were to suddenly become unavailable for any reason, do you truly believe you could accomplish even half—or perhaps just a quarter—of what you achieve today?This was written considering that you are dependent on AI
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Said:
This was written considering that you are dependent on AI.
That makes all the difference.
I was thinking of someone who is not an AI dependant.
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@barbudo2005 And, you're one too?
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No, I am not dependent on AI.
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@barbudo2005 Supposing that's true: Then, my comment is for someone else...
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@ThePfromtheO said in "There's no need to download a new web browser."(Microsoft Edge):
When you'd find yourself without your trusted AI, you'd be as being without your own brain.
Let's be real: if AI were to suddenly become unavailable for any reason, do you truly believe you could accomplish even half—or perhaps just a quarter—of what you achieve today?This
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That's MS being its sleazy, desperate self once again. It's so nice to be happily on Linux, Vivaldi, Libreoffice, and other suchlike.
Brave search's database is still not quite as good as some others, but nonetheless it is my default search. One major factor is the AI summary, which saves an awful lot of time. It's not perfect, but it usually hits the high points very nicely.
For images, Startpage.
IMO, Brave search was very wise on the part of Brave. It brings people in repeatedly and creates good will. Throw in a couple of mild adverts for the browser, and you're on your way. Vivaldi should have done it long ago.
Current Vivaldi snapshot.. MX-23 Linux x64, KDE desktop.
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Meh, since swapping to SearX all this "someone else's problem".
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@paul1149 said in "There's no need to download a new web browser."(Microsoft Edge):
Vivaldi should have done it long ago.
I think you mean that it should create its own search engine to, right?
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@ThePfromtheO That's essentially what I mean, yes. I also seem to recall that they decided against their own search. I don't know how the numbers add up, so I can't judge. But I don't have to agree with all of V's decisions in order to still consider it to be a great browser - I believe the best overall. While I don't like Brave nearly as much, I do think that some of their business decisions have been wise. Search is one, their easy video conferencing (via jitsi) is another.
Current Vivaldi snapshot.. MX-23 Linux x64, KDE desktop.
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@paul1149 said in "There's no need to download a new web browser."(Microsoft Edge):
Search is one, their easy video conferencing (via jitsi) is another.
Yeah, but they don't have so many features as V!
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@paul1149 said in "There's no need to download a new web browser."(Microsoft Edge):
@ThePfromtheO That's essentially what I mean, yes. I also seem to recall that they decided against their own search. I don't know how the numbers add up, so I can't judge. But I don't have to agree with all of V's decisions in order to still consider it to be a great browser - I believe the best overall. While I don't like Brave nearly as much, I do think that some of their business decisions have been wise. Search is one, their easy video conferencing (via jitsi) is another.
The money Vivaldi earns comes from agreements with some search engines, if Vivaldi had its own how would it make money without ads and profiling?
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@paul1149 If Vivaldi would have a own search engine, that could cost much more investment for server hardware. I do not think all Vivaldi owners would like to do this.
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If Vivaldi had a search engine? What would it be?
Would it be the most secure for all users?
Would it make blocking advertising and trackers the norm and beyond?
(I am amazed by how well Vivaldi blocks these -- I feel psychologically and physically more secure online)
Would it incorporate EU GDPR as part of the heart of what ensures privacy for every search?
Would it put an end to the invasive, threatening incursions of the M-word, the G-word, the B-word, and other tech bullies?
Would it be better than Onion in encryption and safeguards?
Would it protect users against people and organisations that violate civil liberties and human rights?For now, I'm just learning Vivaldi a day at a time -- and I love it the more I use it.
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@DoctorG Yes, you seem to be right...
You know more than I do, but they will also probably become more popular.With esteem,
"The Phantom from the Opera"
