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Google has introduced a new functionwhich gives you more control over what you see in search – specifically: in the headlines. We’ll show you how the preferred sources work and how you can support independent tech journalism from BASIC thinking for free and in seconds.
“Preferred sources” on Google: What’s behind it?
With the preferred sources You can now actively tell Google in Germany which websites you want to see more often in your search results. Pages you mark as favorites appear more prominently in Google News and in the Headlines section of regular Google searches.
Other sources do not disappear. The sources set as favorites are simply – as the name suggests – preferred and displayed more often. This is an easy way for you as a user to take more control over your news sources and at the same time support publishers and media companies free of charge.
Add BASIC thinking as a preferred source on Google
Just click on this link and check BASIC thinking (our website is already preselected). That’s it – you don’t have to do anything else.
Preferred Sources: Why add BASIC thinking?
BASIC thinking has been around for over 23 years. We report with our team at the interface between technology, sustainability and the digital economy – without a paywall, without a large publisher behind us and free from programmatic ads and annoying Blinke banners. In short: We believe that our tech journalism should be free and accessible to all.
If you want to support this, becoming a preferred source on Google is a great option. It doesn’t cost you a cent and takes less than five seconds. We thank you very much for your support.
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As a tech industry expert, I see Google Preferred Sources as a way for the search engine giant to prioritize credible and trustworthy sources of information. By highlighting these preferred sources, Google is aiming to combat the spread of misinformation and fake news on the internet.
However, the concept of preferred sources also raises concerns about potential bias and limited perspectives. By promoting only certain sources, Google may inadvertently limit the diversity of viewpoints and ideas that users are exposed to. This could lead to a homogenization of information and ultimately stifle innovation and critical thinking.
In the end, while Google’s intentions with Preferred Sources may be well-meaning, it is important for users to continue to seek out a variety of sources and perspectives in order to make informed decisions and avoid falling into the trap of basic thinking.
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