Archive for the ‘Search Engines’ Category

What is your reading level?

Google have added a new feature to their advanced search which allows you to select the reading level of the articles that you would like returned. From a searchers perspective this is an advantage for those seeking higher quality articles or websites.
From a webmasters perspective this can be a very useful tool in determining the [...]

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Google Search Results Expand Relevant Listings

For a long time Google Search had restricted search results to only two listed URL’s per domain. Usually the homepage will be listed first, and one other most relevant page listed also depending on its relevancy to the user’s query.
That has finally changed back to (and better) the way that it used to be. Now, [...]

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Bing Passes 10% Market Share

Well done Bing! Before long Bing will be the second most popular search engine behind Google, however use is sure to drop off once the excitement has dissipated.
I could see Bing getting up to a potential 20% (blatant guess) market share, perhaps until dropping down and settling at around 16-18%. Current Bing just passes 10% [...]

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Google Fast Flip – Google’s Newspaper & Magazine Reader

Google Fast Flip is a Google Labs application/style of search that is currently in testing mode. Read more about Google Fast Flip in this article by Greg Sterling.
Google Fast Flip lets you browse news articles and the like as if you are browsing through a newspaper. This visual representation makes it quick and easy to [...]

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Google Domination & Longer Search Queries

Hitwise data for January 2009 shows that Google continue their upwards trend to grab most of the searches carried out in the US. Google are now grabbing 72.09% of all searches in the US which is up 9% over the previous year.
Yahoo have lost 15%, MSN have lost 21% and Ask has also lost 21% [...]

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HealthBase by NetBase

HealthBase by NetBase is a health research showcase (read Search Engine) dedicated to medical material. From what I have seen HealthBase appears to be a solid medical search engine and I have already bookmarked it for further use.
On the home page you can immediately search for treatments for a health condition, disease or sign. Lets [...]

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Rogue Internet Pharmacy Results in Bing

A report by LegitScript and KnujOn shows that almost 90% of Internet Pharmacy advertisements on Microsoft’s new search engine code named Bing, result in rogue Internet pharmacy results, that do not require a prescription for prescription drugs, or are otherwise acting unlawfully or fraudulently, much like those emails that congregate in your junk folder.
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Google it with Bing

I stumbled across this and thought it was worth it’s own entry. I’m pretty sure this isn’t an advert for Bing, but it certainly makes for an interesting watch.

See more funny videos and funny pictures at CollegeHumor.

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17 15 Second Tips on Google Search

Google Search is more about just typing in a search query and hitting enter. Google aims to make your experience quick, enjoyable and resourceful. Below are 17 15 second tips on Google Search – However note that not all are available in every country!
Discover what weather is heading your way:

Find Local Businesses near you or [...]

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Google City Tours

Somewhat of a search engine – Google is testing what it calls Google City Tours. City Tours will give you an itinerary for your stay in whichever country you plan to visit.
You have the ability to view your schedule, add or remove sights and change the dates of your intended stay.
Taking a further look into [...]

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