November 26, 2003

Google Bayesian Spam Filtering Problem?

New Google report from Seth Finkelstein:

Google Bayesian Spam Filtering Problem?
http://sethf.com/anticensorware/google/bayesian-spam.php

Abstract: This report describes a possible explanation for recent
changes in Google search results, where long-time high-ranking sites have disappeared. It is hypothesized that the changes are a result of the implementation of a "Bayesian spam filtering" algorithm, which is producing unintended consequences.

By Seth Finkelstein | posted in google , infothought | on November 26, 2003 09:07 AM (Infothought permalink) | Followups
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