Google's search accuracy due to Pigeons

[Lolita's Mom]

This is several years old, but I just discovered it. It most certainly must have been listed here at some time or other, so forgive. But Google claims a pigeon roost with computers, for the success of their fast and accurate searches.

Quote:

"Aren't pigeons really stupid? How do they do this?

While no pigeon has actually been confirmed for a seat on the Supreme Court, pigeons are surprisingly adept at making instant judgments when confronted with difficult choices. This makes them suitable for any job requiring accurate and authoritative decision-making under pressure. Among the positions in which pigeons have served capably are replacement air traffic controllers, butterfly ballot counters and pro football referees during the "no-instant replay" years."

Check out the "really big" Google article here:

http://www.google.com/technology/pigeonrank.html

Lolita's Mom
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[feralpigeon]

HI Lolitta's Mom,

I read the whole page and was fascinated, sometimes squirmed tho @ the ethics of going to parks and collecting w/dogs. Although of course the implications for the intelligence of pigeons was overwhelming. Couldn't help but wonder if in fact, having them serve on the Supreme Court might be a better alternative to the existing mode of placement, after all could George Dubya really compete??

Then I read this at the bottom:

Note: This page was posted for April Fool's Day - 2002.

So, are they kidding or what??

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[Lin Hansen]

Hi Lolita's Mom,

I've seen this one before, but it's a good one that I'm sure our members will get a kick out of viewing. Thanks!

Yes, this was an April Fools Day joke by Google....a cute one.

Linda