Uncover the top Google search trends during the Christmas season, from gift ideas to festive recipes and more.
GeoCities: End of an Era
Yahoo closes GeoCities, a pioneer in free web hosting. Users grapple with the decision while pondering the implications for other platforms.
Mozilla Exec: Mobile Version Of Firefox Almost Here
The mobile version of Firefox – also known as Fennec – is almost ready to launch. Indeed, a Mozilla exec was recently quoted as saying that a release could be "days away," so it’s possible that the new mobile browser will appear in time for some tech-inclined individuals to play with it on New Year’s Eve or even Christmas.
Going Home For The Holidays? Google Wants To Tag Along
As people return home this holiday season, there will be all sorts of hugs and "have you had enough to eat"s. Then they’ll be pressed into service, lifting heavy stuff or perhaps climbing ladders. And Google would very much appreciate it if visitors install the company’s software, too.
Google Custom Search Guide
Overview of Google’s Custom Search: its features, benefits, integration process, challenges, and future prospects.
Google Introduces a Wizard for the Store Gadget
Google enhances its store gadget by introducing a wizard, simplifying online store creation and offering efficiency for users.
Yahoo Announces Weeklong Shutdown
This might or might not be an obvious point, but by unplugging their computers, shutting the lights off, and turning the heat down, people who leave their homes this holiday season stand to save a significant amount of money. And now Yahoo should, too, as it’s announced a decision to close corporate offices worldwide for one week.
Google Earmarks $20M For Charities As Holiday Gift To Everyone
Some time ago, Google established a tradition of sending top AdSense and AdWords users holiday gifts. This year, it’s departing from that routine. But people are going to have a hard time complaining about the decision, because instead, Google’s committed $20 million to a group of charities.
Ford Unveils Cars with Built-in Wi-Fi Hotspots
Ford integrates Wi-Fi hotspots into its latest vehicles, providing continuous online access and redefining in-car connectivity for modern drivers.
Google Arranges To Expand In Pittsburgh
Over the years, more than a few people have compared the Googleplex to Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory. Now, fact and fantasy will come even closer to merging in Pittsburgh, as Google’s decided to lease 40,000 square feet at the former site of a Nabisco plant.