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People often claim that Google broke the internet, but I do not think it did. If any other company succeeded it would also rely on some sort of algorithmic SEO. Most often on results are shown google services, and news sites. Sure you can play with your searches to find what you need. People started using social platforms, so forums became less attractive. Hobbyist found Facebook groups. It is not viable to host a fan page any more. You will not receive any traffic. Google also became lazy with their search. Internet became walled Gardena, and I am not sure if everything within walled gardens can be easily ranked right now.

It was not Google who destroyed the Search, it was the Internet that has changed