Gary Illyes, a Google analyst, recently issued an important warning about using artificial intelligence (AI)- generated answers. In his announcement, he emphasized that while language models (LLMs) can provide seemingly logical and coherent responses, they are not always factually accurate.
Important points in Google’s recommendation:
- Accuracy not guaranteed: LLMs are designed to produce content relevant to the context of the question, but this does not guarantee that any information provided is accurate. The answers may be contextually correct but not entirely true.
- Use personal knowledge and authoritative sources: Gary Illyes encourages users to use personal knowledge and consult authoritative sources of information to validate AI responses. This helps ensure that the information you receive is accurate and reliable.
- Risk of misinformation: The internet is rife with misinformation, both intentional and unintentional. Relying entirely on AI answers without verification can lead to misunderstandings and incorrect decisions.
He emphasized that although AI is a useful and powerful tool, users should not rely on it completely without verifying the information through trusted and authoritative sources. This not only helps you have more accurate information but also enhances understanding and judgment in receiving information from AI tools.
Always use caution when using information from AI to ensure that you make informed and accurate decisions.
