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Yahoo! Clues - discover & compare search trend info http://ping.fm/b7ji8

RockMelt Browser

Web browser pioneer backs new way to surf Internet RockMelt http://ping.fm/pIHDG From first glance, it appears to be re-skinned version of Google's Chrome.  I like the concept, the ability to adjust the browser and adapt it so that it makes common tasks easy and connected.  Beyond simple toolbars, but more like customizable task panes that integrate with third party apps.

2010 Logo Design Trends

2010 Logo Design Trends http://ping.fm/xsv7y
2010 Trends article on LogoLounge.Com http://ping.fm/5EJWi
Facebook in Bing Search Results - Website Magazine http://ping.fm/ck34k
Partnering to help solve duplicate content issues http://ping.fm/vufSY
What the HEX? Handy lookup tool - Convert Web colors to Pantone http://ping.fm/HivB6
Google's Realtime Search for Business = Sentiment analysis http://ping.fm/8mQva
Valle Baseball Online Superstore gets facelift: http://ping.fm/kQre2
5 Ways to Avoid Sabotaging Your Personal Brand Online http://ping.fm/oAREk
YouTube - Introduction to Google's Video Sitemaps http://ping.fm/8RqtS
My traffic on Yelp needs help. Anybody have any tips? http://ping.fm/7CdBo
CMS Website launch - Flower Chair Covers offers rentals for local weddings: http://ping.fm/W1gXL

Local Search Glossary | Jargon Definitions and Explanations SEO

Another great resource from the GetListed.org Learning Center... Numerous articles in the learning center will help give you a better understanding of how the local search engines work, and how to use them to promote your business effectively. Local Search Glossary – Jargon Definitions and Explanations SEO   Trying to understand how the search engines work can be tough--especially if some of the terminology is new to you. We hope this alphabetized glossary helps you sort through Local Search jargon.   http://getlisted.org/resources/glossary.aspx
Free Website Magazine: http://ping.fm/Lgdz8 - They do a great job covering SEO & social media tips/trends.
Common Sense Parenting Free Course to be offered Fall 2010 through HCSD Community Education: http://ping.fm/1CIDV

DotNetNuke 5

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John Hendry Metal Art CMS Website launched — developed with DotNetNuke 5. DotNetNuke is a leading open source web content management system (CMS) and application development framework for Microsoft .NET. Learn more about our CMS Website solutions at StaminaWeb.com

Search Optimized Filenames: Dashes Versus Underscores

I've had many discussions with clients regarding the use of dashes versus underscores as word separators. For example: "web_design_company.htm" VS. "web-design-company.htm".  The question is whether or not the search engines interpret them the same way.  As it turns out, dashes may be the best way to go, at least from an SEO perspective. Stumbled upon a relevant post from Google's Matt Cutts, here's his take on it: http://www.mattcutts.com/blog/dashes-vs-underscores/

Universal Search / Blended Search

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If I had to recommend one thing regarding SEO/inbound marketing...embrace the social media tools like blogging, Twitter , Facebook, YouTube, etc. Google is transforming the way it ranks content: http://www.wired.com/magazine/2010/02/ff_google_algorithm/ You can already get a hint at what's on the horizon with universal or blended search (Websites, video, images, local maps, and even social "mentions"). According to Google, "The ultimate goal of universal search is to break down the silos of information that exist on the web and provide the very best answer every time a user enters a query." If a potential customer has a question...it makes sense to provide Google with your "very best answer".

Visual Attention Prediction Tool - Optimize Your Landing Pages

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"Eye Tracking Without the Eyes" - AttentionWizard uses advanced artificial intelligence algorithms to simulate human visual processing and attention. The software instantly creates an "attention heatmap" of your Web page that predicts where someone would look during the first few seconds of their visit. We decided to test the app by analyzing LaJuett.com .  The results were interesting, and definitely helped us evolve our site in effort to more cleary communicate with our customers. Our Attention Wizard Test ---------- STEP 1: Analysis of original site layout We uploaded a screen capture of our Website and received the following heatmap result in the form of a PDF. Notice the eye tracking paths appear to zig-zag as well as bounce across the screen.  Also, the hot spots are not where we want them.  Users are focusing on less important information and not our key call-to-action elements. ---------- STEP 2: Modify original site UI to highlight call-to-action

Website Grader - Measure the marketing effectiveness of your Website

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Website Grader is a free seo tool that measures the marketing effectiveness of a website. It provides a score that incorporates things like website traffic, SEO, social popularity and other technical factors. It also provides some basic advice on how the website can be improved from a marketing perspective.

Take Advantage of Free Web 2.0 Sites

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Brownbook.net is the free local business directory that anyone can edit. Here are a few general principles that apply: It’s free to use Brownbook.net to find businesses It’s free to list any business in Brownbook.net It’s free to update your business listing in Brownbook.net Anyone can add a business, anyone can review a business, and anyone can update a business listing Business owners can claim their business listing to take greater control over it You don’t need to be registered to use Brownbook.net, but registration gives you certain benefits – mainly, faster updates and the ability to claim and promote your business listing.

SEO | Manage Local Listings | GetListed.org

GetListed.org is a great SEO tool to help you publish / manage your local listings on Google Local, Yahoo Local, MSN/Live Search Maps and Best of the Web. Check it out: http://getlisted.org/

Comparison - SEO'd Websites VS, Yellow Pages Advertisements

We do not recommend abandoning your YP ads. But many businesses are saving on marketing costs by slimming down their YP presence and investing the money into a search friendly Website. Your marketing dollars can generate a much better ROI when you focus on providing relevant content that converts your visitors into customers. That's where we come in. Our Website design and NY SEO services can help your business by creating or improving your Online presence. View Comparison Matrix — Yellow pages ads VS. Websites with SEO Posted using ShareThis

World Vision: Haiti Earthquake Relief

Haiti quake: World Vision anticipates massive needs and difficult response Christian humanitarian agency World Vision plans to begin assessing damage and preparing a relief response today after the major earthquake that hit Haiti Tuesday. The agency has worked in Haiti for 30 years and has some 370 staff in country. Donations of cash are needed for the response. The public can help by visiting worldvision.org or by calling 1.888.56.CHILD.

NY Biz List — Spend Locally. Save Jobs.

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Help support locally run companies throughout New York State. We recognize that small businesses are the lifeblood of the NYS economy. Keeping money in our neighborhoods by shopping locally will help ensure a thriving small business community. We accept directory listings for legitimate small businesses located and operated within New York State. Small business owner? Submit your request for a free directory listing . All NY Biz List directory submissions are human reviewed for accuracy. Please wait 5-7 days for valid small business listings to appear in our directory . Know a small business that would benefit from a listing on our Website? Suggest a site, and we'll do our best to add an accurate company listing. Visit Website: http://www.nybizlist.com/

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We're a Favorite Place on Google!

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LaJuett.com selected as a Favorite Place on Google! Google launched a new feature identifying local businesses in the U.S. that have been the most sought out and researched on Google.com and Google Maps. They are calling these businesses the "Favorite Places on Google" found in over 9,000 towns and cities, in all 50 states. We are pleased to announce that Patrick LaJuett is one of these businesses.  Much thanks to the Google Local Business Team for awarding us this honor. Learn more about Google Favorite Places: http://googleblog.blogspot.com/2009/12/explore-whole-new-way-to-window-shop.html Learn more about Patrick LaJuett Website Design & SEO: http://www.lajuett.com/