Able Quote by Eric Schmidt
“When you use Google, do you get more than one answer? Of course you do. Well, that's a bug. We have more bugs per second in the world. We should be able to give you the right answer just once. We should know what you meant.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on technology and search, 2005
He points out that search engines often give multiple answers, leading to confusion and inefficiency.
In simple terms: Search often returns many answers, causing confusion.
Key Takeaway
Aim for precise, single correct answers.
Themes
technology
search
efficiency
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
observational
critical
When to use this quote
- web search
- customer support
- AI query handling
Key Concepts
information overload
user intent
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we improve intent detection?
- What are the risks of over‑filtering?
A Different Perspective
Multiple answers can overwhelm users and reduce trust.
