New Approach to Internet Searching: The "Vox Populi Algorithm"

Title: New Approach to Internet Searching: The "Vox Populi Algorithm"

Abstract: This research proposes a new algorithm for internet searching called the "Vox Populi Algorithm" (VPA). The main idea is to create a feedback loop from user queries to the search index, reflecting user interests more than existing methods. The VPA controls the distribution of the crawler's resources and helps suppress unwanted content.

Research Question: How can we improve internet search results by creating a feedback loop from user queries to the search index, and how can we control the distribution of the crawler's resources to suppress unwanted content?

Methodology: The researchers developed the Vox Populi Algorithm, which consists of three main components: user interests, relevancy of search results, and crawling process. They defined these components mathematically and incorporated them into the ranking algorithm, which generates a set of search results ordered by relevancy.

Results: The researchers found that the VPA significantly improved the quality of search results by better reflecting user interests and controlling the distribution of the crawler's resources. They also discussed methods for suppressing unwanted content.

Implications: The VPA is a novel approach to internet searching that can lead to more accurate and relevant search results. It also provides a framework for understanding how search engines can better reflect user interests and manage the vast amount of information available on the internet.

Link to Article: https://arxiv.org/abs/0308039v1 Authors: arXiv ID: 0308039v1