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    Perplexity AI

    AI search with sources.

    What it is

    • AI search engine.
    • Cites sources for claims.
    • Better than Google for research.
    • Free version solid.
    • $20/month Pro.
    • Senior fact-check helper.

    Senior wins

    • Health questions with sources.
    • News summary cited.
    • Travel research.
    • Replaces 20 Google searches.
    • One question = full answer.
    • Trustworthy.

    vs ChatGPT

    • Perplexity — research + cite.
    • ChatGPT — conversation + creative.
    • Use both.
    • Both free versions.
    • Senior tools different.
    • Different jobs.

    Senior examples

    • "Side effects of drug X?"
    • "Hotels in Sedona under $200?"
    • "Best Medicare plan in Florida?"
    • Cited answers.
    • Click sources.
    • Senior verified.

    Setup

    • Perplexity.ai or app.
    • Free no-login or sign up.
    • Type questions.
    • Read answers.
    • Click sources.
    • Senior easy.

    Watch outs

    • Verify sources clicked.
    • AI can be wrong.
    • Don't replace doctor.
    • Health questions advisory only.
    • Senior critical thinking.
    • Use as research helper.

    Free Perplexity = senior research upgrade

    Free Perplexity.ai answers senior questions with cited sources. Better than Google for research. "Hotels in Naples under $200?" gets actual list with prices + links. Verify sources for important decisions. Most under-used senior research tool.