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Navigational Search: 5% of the time, users could have just typed it into their browser

Navigational Search: 5% of the time, users could have just typed it into their browser

Today I lost a bet by wagering against the web savvy of the average American. While generally a safe gamble, the people proved me wrong. Only 5% of searches are...

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Where Have All the Clickthroughs Gone?

Where Have All the Clickthroughs Gone?

Marketers invest a significant amount of time and money in online marketing campaigns aimed at delivering positive post-click advertising experiences. However,...

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Amid iPhone hype, fewer ready to buy, but more ready to pay

Amid iPhone hype, fewer ready to buy, but more ready to pay

From what I hear, the iPhone is big news these days. I wouldn’t know. In a case of exceptionally poor timing, I scheduled my vacation for mid-June and have...

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The Internet Is Predicting Cell Phone Purchases

The Internet Is Predicting Cell Phone Purchases

Compete is fortunate to be able to talk to and observe millions of Internet users. We see millions of people buying things online, but we also see plenty of products...

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