18 Or Older To Use Google?

Google has this bit in their terms of service: You may not use the Services [defined as “Google’s products, software, services and web sites"] and may not accept the Terms if ... you are not of legal age to form a binding contract with Google

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Universal Search = Fewer Clicks

ComScore's James Lamberti reveals the new Google truth: Universal Search means fewer paid clicks.Google's latest mission is fairly clear: Reduce the number of clicks while increasing the value of clicks remaining. At first glance it appears disastrous for marketers. Less real estate on which advertise and higher premiums on the space available equals CPC inflation.

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Rural Broadband To Become More Of A Reality

When a company receives money, you've got to consider questions of "how much" and "who from" to figure out what sort of attention it's owed.  In the case of broadband service provider Open Range Communications, the answers are "a lot" and "a branch of the U.S. government."

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Are Health Blogs Bad For You?

There was a time when certain professionals, such as doctors and lawyers, did not advertise in a general way. In some arenas, advertising was looked down upon and considered to be below the standard. In others, particularly the law, advertising specific services was illegal. Once the ban on television advertisements was lifted, there were some lawyers who ventured forth to test the waters. Naturally, they…

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