March 28th, 2007
In an article written by “The Observer”, a UK based paper, they clearly identify the challenges and pitfalls ahead for Google, its’ competitors, and the overall market. Google is in a somewhat precarious position with pending lawsuits, but clearly remains the front leader in the race for the online advertising dollars. Without doubt, Google is losing some steam as corporate giants line up, team up, and form formidable partnerships to overtake Google’s share. But don’t count Google out, they are resilient and can withstand the challenge. Many of us will look back 5 years from now and determine if Google held their ground….for now, they need to fight the good fight.
Read “The Observer” and their Google article here:
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March 27th, 2007
Google maps supports the ability to show images associated with the location searched, as well as reviews and other information. Yelp (www.yelp.com) seems to be the main provider of the reviews. When someone recently posted a negative review for Microsoft, they uploaded an image to the review on yelp. This image was then shown on the Google maps page.
The good news is that the image was removed rather quickly after someone reported the image to Google.
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March 26th, 2007
What is it?
When an internet company finds out that a domain is searched for and buys it, holding it hostage for additional funds. They truly have no use of the domain but to resell it to someone that wants it.
How does this happen?
Only certain companies have access to the direct purchase of domains. Everyone else has to use them. They are called ICANN Registrars.
When you search for a new domain for yourself, if you use a well know Registrar like Godaddy, they record the entry. Then an ICANN Registrar can purchase that domain if you don’t buy it at that time. If you search for this domain again within 48 hours they will most likely buy the rights to it. You may never get the chance to buy the domain you want.
How is CMWD different?
We don’t use these sources to check on the availability of domains. We use our own sources.
Don’t let your friends lose money!
If you know someone who wants to lookup a domain, don’t let them fall prey to this domain kiting scheme. It could truly cost them thousands of dollars versus our $15 annual fee. Have them call us at the office, and we would be happy to perform the proper search and assist them with their domain purchase.
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