April 11, 2007
Yahoo & Viacom in Ad Deal
"Media conglomerate Viacom said Tuesday that it chose Yahoo to provide search advertising for 33 of its Internet sites in a high-profile boost to Yahoo's new Web ad system."
"We never know when failure will hit our hardware, and the threat of malware being installed inadvertantly, that can disable our systems without our knowledge or consent, is a serious and growing concern." (-subscription required)
April 10, 2007
Google To Let Users Create Own Maps: MyMaps
"Google is out to make map-making simpler, giving away tools for ordinary users to pinpoint locations, draw routes and attach photos or video to existing online maps, the company said on Wednesday."
"If you're unfamiliar with Website Optimizer, it is a free multivariate testing application built into AdWords that helps online marketers increase visitor conversion rates and overall visitor satisfaction by enabling them to continually test different combinations of site content."
"This update will roll out this evening and will be complete very soon."
"We all know pop-up windows were over-used in the past, however, there are legitimate uses for pop-ups. WebmasterWorld members discuss the best way to implement pop-up windows."
"The National Federation of the Blind (NFB) and Amazon.com announced today that they have agreed to work together to promote and improve technology that enables blind people to access and use the World Wide Web."
