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That avatar is really deceiving, even knowing its you I thought: whoa! Gale knows a lot about Lunix!
What is it that makes Google so popular?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion centers around the popularity of Google as a search engine, exploring factors contributing to its widespread use compared to other search engines like Yahoo and Excite. Participants share personal experiences and preferences, touching on aspects such as simplicity, speed, and the quality of search results.
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Main Points Raised
- Some participants suggest that Google's simplicity and quick loading times contribute to its popularity.
- Others argue that Google's PageRank algorithm provides the highest-quality search results compared to competitors.
- A participant mentions that Yahoo uses Google's search technology, implying that using Yahoo is essentially using Google.
- Some users express personal preferences for other search engines, such as Yahoo and Netscape, citing reasons like familiarity or dissatisfaction with Google.
- One participant describes technical issues with their computer that hinder their ability to use Google effectively, leading to frustration.
- Another participant shares a humorous anecdote about a politically incorrect error message encountered while using Google.
- There are mentions of playful activities like "google-whack" and "google-fight" as enjoyable aspects of using Google.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express a mix of opinions, with some favoring Google for its features and others preferring alternative search engines. There is no consensus on which search engine is definitively better, as preferences appear to be subjective and based on individual experiences.
Contextual Notes
Some participants reference technical difficulties with their computers that affect their internet usage, which may influence their opinions on search engines. Additionally, there are discussions about the functionality of content advisors and their impact on browsing experiences.
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pelastration
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I use Google most of the time.
But to have different info I use: http://alltheweb.com/
I believe both receive most of their links from 'the open directory project' (http://dmoz.org/). When you have a webpage just put it on http://dmoz.org/ and soon almost all search engines will display your page.
But to have different info I use: http://alltheweb.com/
I believe both receive most of their links from 'the open directory project' (http://dmoz.org/). When you have a webpage just put it on http://dmoz.org/ and soon almost all search engines will display your page.
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Gale
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haha, you think that's bad... i keep thinking the same things. I read other threads and I'm like woah... when did i say that... heh.. riight...
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wow!
wow Gale17, your desktop is hott! How did you create that background of yours (all the red circles and machine-looking things)?
wow Gale17, your desktop is hott! How did you create that background of yours (all the red circles and machine-looking things)?
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Integral0
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Can you?
Can you post that background again w/o your picture and your GIMF box?
I would love to put the pic on my desktop!
Can you post that background again w/o your picture and your GIMF box?
I would love to put the pic on my desktop!
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Here, I found one on Google!
http://plante.netfirms.com/despre_noi/harts.gif
http://plante.netfirms.com/despre_noi/harts.gif
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Integral0, I get my backgrounds from DeviantART - http://wallpaper.deviantart.com/
Here is the link to the picture in my background:
http://www.deviantart.com/view/3491306/
Here is the link to the picture in my background:
http://www.deviantart.com/view/3491306/
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Integral0
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lol
funny monique . . . hearts on my desktop? I prefer mathematical syntax to the loopy lover hearts
The universal theory-equation is actually posted on my desktop right now . . . that's why it is blank.
funny monique . . . hearts on my desktop? I prefer mathematical syntax to the loopy lover hearts
The universal theory-equation is actually posted on my desktop right now . . . that's why it is blank.
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