I know, I know, free stock quote sites are everywhere. But, since you use the Google search field for just about everything else, why not use it to get your stock quotes as well… To retrieve the quote, just enter into the search field the operator “stock:” followed by one or more stock symbols:
Google Buys Urchin
Google has purchased the web site stat company Urchin. Urchin is a competitor to companies such as Webtrends which help webmasters track visitors.
Google Acquires Web Analytics Firm Urchin
Google has announced the acquisition of Urchin Software Corporation, a San Diego, California based web analytics company.
Taking Advantage of Google’s Sandbox Effect
Most new sites submitted to Google (at least within the last year or so) encounter a peculiar phenomenon known as the “sandbox effect” within about 2 weeks to one month after appearing in the index.
Yahoo’s Efforts to Outshine Google
Om Malik posts a great commentary on Yahoo’s ongoing bid to win blogger and techie favor – i’ve said so before, and i’ll say it again: They’re doing a great job…
Why Google Needs You Right Now
Let me ask you a simple question what do you think is the number one driving force behind the enormous success of Google?
Is Google Using Several Algorithms at the Same Time?
To analyze Google results on several Google data centers we have developped a free online tool called Google Data Centers Analysis Tool.
When You Buy Google Adwords, Make Sure You Know What You’re Buying
Many businesses, both large and small, use Google Adwords to advertise on the internet.
Dont Overlook the Google Deskbar (I didnt say Toolbar)
There’s plenty of talk about the Google Toolbar, but I don’t really hear much about the Google Deskbar. It’s a shame, as it’s really a great tool, does many of the same things as Toolbar, yet takes up only about an inch of your taskbar. I’m not sure as to why the lack of awareness-maybe because Google is really pushing the Toolbar.
Uncovering the Google Directory
Google users are so used to using the search field to find their pages that they often overlook the Google Directory system.