RankBrain

RankBrain is a machine learning artificial intelligence system confirmed to be used by Google on 26 October 2015. It helps Google to process search results and provide more relevant search results for users.[1] In a recent interview, Google commented that RankBrain is the third most important factor in the ranking algorithm.[2]

What does RankBrain do?

RankBrain uses artificial intelligence to embed vast amount of language into mathematical entities called vectors. If RankBrain sees a word or phrase it isn’t familiar with, the machine can make a guess as to what words or phrases might have a similar meaning and filter the result accordingly, making it more effective at handling never-before-seen search queries.[3]

There are over 200 different ranking factors,[4] which make up the ranking algorithm, of which their exact functions in the Google algorithm are not fully disclosed, so it is impossible to know with 100% certainty. The general consensus is that RankBrain interprets the user searches to find pages that may not have contained the exact words that were used in the user search query. When offline, RankBrain is given batches of past searches and learns by matching search results. Once RankBrain's results are verified by Google's team the system is updated and goes live again.[5]

Google Hummingbird

Midway through 2013, Google created a new search algorithm and named it Google Hummingbird. RankBrain is one component of the overall algorithm not to be confused with PageRank. PageRank is a separate component of the algorithm introduced in 1998 that awards credit based on a pages inbound links.[6]

References

  1. ↑ Clark, Jack. "Google Turning Its Lucrative Web Search Over to AI Machines". Bloomberg Business. Bloomberg. Retrieved 28 October 2015.
  2. ↑ "25+ Essential SEO WordPress Plugins For 2016 - 80 Proof Digital". 80 Proof Digital. Retrieved 2015-12-24.
  3. ↑ "Google Turning Its Lucrative Web Search Over to AI Machines". Surgo Group News. Retrieved 5 November 2015.
  4. ↑ "Google Ranking Factors: The Complete List". Backlinko. Retrieved 2015-12-24.
  5. ↑ Sullivan, Danny. "FAQ: All About The New Google RankBrain Algorithm". Search Engine Land. Retrieved 28 October 2015.
  6. ↑ "What Is Google PageRank? A Guide For Searchers & Webmasters". Search Engine Land. Retrieved 2015-12-24.
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