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Google G Suite Rebrands as Google Workspace!

Deana — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 09:54:34 +0000

In a world where remote work has become the norm, Google has taken a significant step to adapt to this shift. On October 6, 2020, Google rebranded its G Suite platform to Google Workspace. This change reflects a broader strategy to offer a more cohesive and efficient experience for businesses and teams. The Influence of Remote Work The ongoing ‘COVID-19’ pandemic has accelerated the adoption…

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Google Cracks Down on Ads with Ad Blocker

Vincent — Fri, 16 Feb 2018 10:56:38 +0000

Google will start automatically blocking these ads In a move that has garnered significant attention, Google has rolled out an integrated ad blocker within its Chrome browser. This development aims to enhance user experience by automatically filtering out disruptive and annoying ads. The initiative, which started on 15 February 2018, is applicable to both desktop and Android versions of Chrome.

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Google Adwords Community Summit 2014

Deana — Tue, 24 Jun 2014 20:14:20 +0000

Google Adwords Summit; Nadia Lee, Agata Krzysztofik, Deana Smart-Zegna, Coco Pannell, Kathleen Garrity. On June 19th, Sonet Digital was invited to attend the Adwords Community Summit 2014, hosted at the Google HQ in London. This account provides a detailed perspective of the event. Deana (Adwords Specialist) from Sonet Digital shares her firsthand experience of the event.

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5 Ways for Using Google+ for Your Business

Deana — Tue, 25 Mar 2014 18:12:26 +0000

Google announced that they will transition Google+ to a revamped service named Google Currents, starting on July 6, 2020. This decision was influenced by two primary factors: low user engagement and security vulnerabilities. Google had discovered a significant security flaw that put the personal information of up to half a million users at risk. Although there was no evidence to suggest that this…

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The Evolution or Demise of PageRank?

Vincent — Mon, 07 Oct 2013 20:08:28 +0000

Will PageRank disappear forever, or will it evolve into a more accurate measurement of a page’s quality? This weekend, I was discussing the future of PageRank with a colleague, Deana. The metrics that often come to mind when discussing this topic include content quality, backlink quality, age, brand recognition, and adaptability for smaller devices. While some of these metrics are already in…

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Google Checkout To Close – What it means for Business

Vincent — Thu, 15 Aug 2013 12:18:29 +0000

Google will close its payment processing service, Google Checkout, and eventually transition to Google Wallet. On 20 November 2013, Google intends to shut down its payment processing service, Google Checkout. This move is a step towards transitioning to Google Wallet, a versatile payment system. Google Checkout was introduced in June 2006 as a rival to PayPal. Initially free…

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Google Glass: A Glimpse into the Future of Search

Vincent — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:09:22 +0000

While Google Glass offers exciting features, it’s not without its challenges. Introduced two years prior, Google Glass represents a giant step in technological advancement, offering a sneak peek into what the future of search might hold. This device, with its minimalistic interface displayed on a tiny screen in front of the user’s eye, allows for a range of functionalities.

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Top Five SEO Mistakes

Vincent — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 12:08:59 +0000

It’s an oversight to not utilise webmaster resources or to not invest time in understanding how search engines like Google operate. In a recent article on Search Engine Land, Barry Schwartz shared Matt Cutts’ perspective on significant mistakes that webmasters commonly make in terms of SEO. 1. The Absence of a Crawlable Website The most significant oversight, according to Matt Cutts…

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A Brief Guide to the Google Disavow Links Tool

Deana — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 16:09:31 +0000

The Disavow Links Tool is Google’s answer to websites that have been penalised due to spammy backlinks. The Google Disavow Links Tool was introduced in October 2012 to help website owners whose sites have been penalised for using black hat SEO tactics or fallen prey to dubious backlinking strategies. The Disavow Links Tool is a lifeline for such websites. If you’ve ever been on the receiving…

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Google Blocking Users from Search Results with Automated Queries Error

Vincent — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 14:47:56 +0000

“We’re sorry… but your computer or network may be sending automated queries…” Recently, a colleague shared an experience of being temporarily barred from conducting basic Google searches. The block lasted for approximately 4 hours. The reason? Google believed he was searching too rapidly. I was a little mystified and perplexed. The situation escalated when several days later our network…

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