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Users seek best local LLM web search tools amid API limits

A user on the r/LocalLLaMA subreddit is seeking recommendations for the best software to facilitate web searching with local large language models. They have encountered limitations with tools like LM Studio and Odysseus, particularly regarding the rate limits of free search engine access. The user is inquiring about alternatives such as Hermes and Pi, which they have heard positive mentions of, and is open to using API keys for improved search capabilities. AI

IMPACT Users are exploring ways to integrate web search capabilities into local LLM setups, highlighting a need for efficient and accessible search tools.

RANK_REASON User is asking for recommendations on software tools for web searching with LLMs.

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Users seek best local LLM web search tools amid API limits

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  1. r/LocalLLaMA TIER_1 English(EN) · /u/CSEliot ·

    Best Harness for Web Searching

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Looking for opinions on the best software to do web searching resources. </p> <p>What I've tried:</p> <p>LM Studio + plugins<br /> Odysseus</p> <p>I think the problem they're both running into is the search engines they're using max out at like, …