1. What it is

Perplexity

AI search engine combining LLM with real-time web search, providing accurate answers with citations and deep research mode.

SearchSearchResearchReal-timeCitations

Freemium

Suggested path: understand → fit → start (scene/guide) → featured compare → optional news

2. Is it for you

Best for

1.Write one crisp question: subject, time, region, decision (learn / compare / verify). Done when it isn’t “how’s it lately?”
2.Run “Cited search”; if sources are weak, change keywords — don’t let the model invent. Done with ≥2 authoritative clickable links.
3.Open 2–3 key links yourself; check numbers and dates. Done when you mark “verified” vs “title-only”.

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