The Independent reports that revolutionary new web software could put giants such as Google in the shade when it comes out later this month (where have we heard that before?):
The biggest internet revolution for a generation will be unveiled this month with the launch of software that will understand questions and give specific, tailored answers in a way that the web has never managed before.
The new system, Wolfram|Alpha, showcased at Harvard University in the US last week, takes the first step towards what many consider to be the internet's Holy Grail – a global store of information that understands and responds to ordinary language in the same way a person does.
Although the system is still new, it has already produced massive interest and excitement among technology pundits and internet watchers.
Computer experts believe the new search engine will be an evolutionary leap in the development of the internet. Nova Spivack, an internet and computer expert, said that Wolfram|Alpha could prove just as important as Google. "It is really impressive and significant," he wrote. "In fact it may be as important for the web (and the world) as Google, but for a different purpose. Full story >>
The last time a new search engine was being touted as a serious challenger to Google, it proved to be a complete flop. Will Wolfram|Alpha be any different? Watch the video and see what you think.
FOOTNOTES
1. Google launched a similar search feature last week.
2. Reactions to Wolfram|Alpha from around the web.
