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Algorithm updates, product launches, and two decades of covering the company that defines search. 8,747 articles
SEO

Can You Optimize for Google’s Search Quality Raters?

Much of what Google's human search quality raters are looking at reflects what real searchers look for when they visit a page.…

By Miranda Miller · 22 Nov 2011

SEO

Latest Google Weather Report: Panda Squall Warning

Google has issued another algorithm Weather Report. While Google notes it is supposed to only affect less than 1 percent of searches,…

By Frank Watson · 22 Nov 2011

Local

Take Care with UK Local – A Data Flaw in Directory Sources

When it comes to small, local and in particular rural business; directories are critical. However, when it comes to authoritative local data…

By Nichola Stott · 22 Nov 2011

Industry

Google Sets Up WiFi Opt-Out Option: Is It Enough?

In response to complaints from the European Union, Google now allows any router to be instantly opted out of the location-based tracking…

By Rob D Young · 21 Nov 2011

Industry

Doctor ‘Defamed’ on Ripoff Report, Sues Google

An Australian doctor has brought a defamation suit against Google over Ripoff Report listings claiming she stalked psychics. She contacted Google to…

By Frank Watson · 21 Nov 2011

Mobile

Motorola Shareholders Overwhelmingly Approve Google Deal

Google acquisition of Motorola Mobility is stepping further toward finalization with the shareholder vote on the topic. Shareholders who voted supported the…

By Rob D Young · 21 Nov 2011

Industry

Google Facing Scrutiny Over Mortgage Scam Ads

The federal government has cracked down on mortgage scams that claimed they could lower payments through government-backed programs. As 85 such companies…

By Rob D Young · 21 Nov 2011

Social

Google+ Adds Trends, Filtering to Search

Google's social network is quietly adding more advanced search options, including the ability to filter results by poster and browse through trending…

By Rob D Young · 21 Nov 2011

SEO

Yahoo Site Explorer Shuts Down Today: What Alternatives Are There?

With the demise of Yahoo Site Explorer, SEOs and online marketers are losing free access to the invaluable information it provided for…

By Frank Watson · 21 Nov 2011

Local

Top 5 Considerations For International SEO

Extending your web presence globally can be challenging, especially without local resources at your disposal, but it can be done. Understanding the…

By Erez Barak · 21 Nov 2011