
In this interview, Sergey Brin and Larry Page discuss the origins and development of Google. Brin highlights Google's mission to provide universal access to information and his interest in data mining, while Page recounts how collecting web links for his dissertation led to the creation of a better search engine. They both emphasize the importance of pure research and intellectual curiosity in their work. They also touch on the challenges of scaling the service, managing a growing company, and the need for continuous innovation to achieve the ultimate goal of artificial intelligence that understands and answers any question. They share personal backgrounds, influences, and future aspirations, including philanthropy and interests in transportation and sustainable energy.
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