Why do I keep choosing Google?

geti · 01-02-2007, 09:34 PM

I can't seem to stop myself. I think MSN and Yahoo have better results but I instinctively choose google first if I am searching for something.

Is it the simplicity of the site or all the hype?

Do I need therapy - (or drugs even) to wean me off it?

Help me. Somebody please.

All donations to my medical and psychiatric expenses would be greatly received

***Brian Turner*** · 01-02-2007, 11:04 PM

I tried weaning myself off Google, but even though I think it's relevancy has been going down for years, Yahoo! seem to treat the UK audience as some annoying requirement they don't have to take too seriously. And Microsoft still can't tell their arse from their elbow with search.

SolomonZhang · 26-02-2007, 12:56 PM

I think it is something called "Mind share of the market" in business world. It's nothing wrong though.

nangel78 · 28-02-2007, 05:12 PM

I think Google is so well known that it is the first things that comes to some people's mind when using a search engine when there are other choices around.

SeeMe · 01-03-2007, 08:05 PM

I actually like Google better than anything else. It's simple, and the results seem to be as good as anything else. All of the other search engines sites are too busy.

Natkits · 02-03-2007, 12:24 AM

The reason we all use and keep using Google? Google didn't only create a fantastic advertising campaign that made the word Google synonymous with Search, they also have by far the best and most accurate algorithm.

The former reason often starts people using it, and the latter keeps them using it. I'll keep on Google until the others catch up... if they ever do :s

On the plus side it make SEO somewhat easier... optimising for one engine only has to be easier! ^^

Subbynet · 02-03-2007, 11:46 PM

Personally I feel MSN are picking up fast with Google. I've not been so happy with the results of late.

SeeMe · 03-03-2007, 02:03 AM

If I had to choose another search engine, I would also choose MSN - but for results only. I hate the fact that everytime I use either MSN or Yahoo, you have to go through their home page that has news and pictures and all this other crap to get through to find the search bar. With Google, it's right there in the middle of the page, and there isn't anything else getting in the way. It's quick and easy.

Natkits · 03-03-2007, 01:59 PM

Direct link to Live Search (MSN Search Replacement)

Direct Link to Yahoo search

No crap there ^^

reviewer · 06-03-2007, 05:23 PM

I've found that I've been loyal to Google as they have a pretty clear layout difference between ads ("sponsored" links) and other links. Their site is simple and uncluttered.

01-02-2007, 09:34 PM	#1 (permalink)
geti Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Birmingham UK Posts: 69	Why do I keep choosing Google? I can't seem to stop myself. I think MSN and Yahoo have better results but I instinctively choose google first if I am searching for something. Is it the simplicity of the site or all the hype? Do I need therapy - (or drugs even) to wean me off it? Help me. Somebody please. All donations to my medical and psychiatric expenses would be greatly received __________________ http://www.geti.cc GETi - The UKs leading brand of quality Titanium rings. http://www.diamond-yachtclub.co.uk UK Jewellers directory and resource

01-02-2007, 11:04 PM	#2 (permalink)
*Brian Turner* Business Guru Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Near Inverness, Highlands, Scotland Posts: 7,719	Re: Why do I keep choosing Google? I tried weaning myself off Google, but even though I think it's relevancy has been going down for years, Yahoo! seem to treat the UK audience as some annoying requirement they don't have to take too seriously. And Microsoft still can't tell their arse from their elbow with search. __________________ SEO specialist

26-02-2007, 12:56 PM	#3 (permalink)
SolomonZhang Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 19	Re: Why do I keep choosing Google? I think it is something called "Mind share of the market" in business world. It's nothing wrong though. __________________ █ █ Visit cheap linux web hosting provider and start your online business.

28-02-2007, 05:12 PM	#4 (permalink)
nangel78 Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 59	Re: Why do I keep choosing Google? I think Google is so well known that it is the first things that comes to some people's mind when using a search engine when there are other choices around.

01-03-2007, 08:05 PM	#5 (permalink)
SeeMe Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 46	Re: Why do I keep choosing Google? I actually like Google better than anything else. It's simple, and the results seem to be as good as anything else. All of the other search engines sites are too busy.

02-03-2007, 12:24 AM	#6 (permalink)
Natkits Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Essex Posts: 186	Re: Why do I keep choosing Google? The reason we all use and keep using Google? Google didn't only create a fantastic advertising campaign that made the word Google synonymous with Search, they also have by far the best and most accurate algorithm. The former reason often starts people using it, and the latter keeps them using it. I'll keep on Google until the others catch up... if they ever do :s On the plus side it make SEO somewhat easier... optimising for one engine only has to be easier! ^^ __________________ Modern Rigid Kitchens at National Kitchens UK

02-03-2007, 11:46 PM	#7 (permalink)
Subbynet Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 22	Re: Why do I keep choosing Google? Personally I feel MSN are picking up fast with Google. I've not been so happy with the results of late. __________________ Subbynet IT Services Mega Mobiles

03-03-2007, 02:03 AM	#8 (permalink)
SeeMe Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 46	Re: Why do I keep choosing Google? If I had to choose another search engine, I would also choose MSN - but for results only. I hate the fact that everytime I use either MSN or Yahoo, you have to go through their home page that has news and pictures and all this other crap to get through to find the search bar. With Google, it's right there in the middle of the page, and there isn't anything else getting in the way. It's quick and easy.

03-03-2007, 01:59 PM	#9 (permalink)
Natkits Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Essex Posts: 186	Re: Why do I keep choosing Google? Direct link to Live Search (MSN Search Replacement) Direct Link to Yahoo search No crap there ^^ __________________ Modern Rigid Kitchens at National Kitchens UK

06-03-2007, 05:23 PM	#10 (permalink)
reviewer Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 4	Re: Why do I keep choosing Google? I've found that I've been loyal to Google as they have a pretty clear layout difference between ads ("sponsored" links) and other links. Their site is simple and uncluttered.

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