Internet Search
With the Internet Search tool, the AI assistant can look up current information on the internet. This is essential for finding recent laws, regulations, policy developments, and news.
Capabilities
- Laws and regulations: Search for current legislation
- Policy developments: Find recent policy changes
- Best practices: Discover how other governments handle matters
- News and current events: Stay updated on developments
Example Usage
"Search for the latest changes in environmental legislation"
"What are the current cybersecurity guidelines for municipalities?"
"Search for examples of citizen participation in other municipalities"
"What is the latest news on digital government?"
Applications
| Application | Example |
|---|---|
| Policy preparation | Research existing policies elsewhere |
| Legal review | Look up current legislation |
| Council questions | Gather background information |
| Grant research | Find available programs |
Search Strategies
The AI can apply different search strategies:
- Broad search: Gather general information
- Specific sources: Search government websites
- Comparative research: Consult multiple sources
- Time-bound: Prioritize recent publications
Enable
- Go to Admin → Settings → Tools
- Find Internet Search
- Enable the tool
Reliable sources
Ask the AI to explicitly search reliable sources such as government websites for official information.