AI Search
Search in which an AI model interprets a question, retrieves sources and generates a direct answer instead of only listing links.
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What is AI Search?
Search in which an AI model interprets a question, retrieves sources and generates a direct answer instead of only listing links.
Why it matters
AI Search is part of how search is shifting from ranked links to understood, generated answers. Knowing the term helps you decide where to invest in visibility.
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