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Speed Matters

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We strive to create an environment conducive to many different types of research across many different time scales and levels of risk. Our researchers drive advancements in computer science through both fundamental and applied research. We regularly open-source projects with the broader research community and apply our developments to Google products. Publishing our work allows us to share ideas and work collaboratively to advance the field of computer science. We make products, tools, and datasets available to everyone with the goal of building a more collaborative ecosystem. Supporting the next generation of researchers through a wide range of programming. Participating in the academic research community through meaningful engagement with university faculty. Connecting with the broader research community through events is essential for creating progress in every aspect of our work. June 23, 2009 Posted by Jake Brutlag, Web Search Infrastructure Follow us

Speed Matters Skip to main content Speed Matters June 23, 2009 Posted by Jake Brutlag, Web Search Infrastructure Quick links Share Copy link × At Google, we've gathered hard data to reinforce our intuition that "speed matters" on the Internet. Google runs experiments on the search results page to understand and improve the search experience. Recently, we conducted some experiments to determine how users react when web search takes longer. We've always viewed speed as a competitive advantage, so this research is important to understand the trade-off between speed and other features we might int

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