Microsoft is kicking an idea around about developing a personalized search function on MSN Search using personal content stored on an individual's computers.

Microsoft Attempts To Make Search Truly Personal

Apparently, the idea revolves around using MSN Desktop Search to acquire said personal data. This would then be fed to MSN Search and personalized search based on the contents of your computer would be delivered.

What are your thoughts concerning MSN's approach to personalized search? It seems kind of "Orwellian" to me.

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