Showerthoughts

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A "Showerthought" is a simple term used to describe the thoughts that pop into your head while you're doing everyday things like taking a shower, driving, or just daydreaming. A showerthought should offer a unique perspective on an ordinary part of life.

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Part of why internet search sucks is that many gave up trying in the face of Google. (self.showerthoughts)

submitted 1 year ago by ElectroVagrant to c/showerthoughts

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Pseudo-monopolies are great at extinguishing imagination like that, and tbh Google search (as I understand its basic setup) was only as good as it was thanks to timing and few really good competitors.

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Remember when they got rid of Jeeves?

[–] Rhynoplaz 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I wonder what's he's doing now? I hope Jeeves found a nice Billionaire to work for.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Have you never seen The Remains of the Day?