July 13, 2006
Write a document on Platypus, Google's answer to a word processor
These points make it clear Platypus is still an internal project — but the "Find a new bug,
get a free Platypus t-shirt" message also suggests that Google is working hard to find and
fix bugs for a public release.
July 12, 2006
Exciting opportunities at Yahoo and HDN
“This agreement highlights just one of the many exciting opportunities Yahoo and HDN are
exploring together to provide users and advertisers with a world-class Internet experience.”
“We are pleased to be partnering with a market leader like Yahoo to enhance our network,” said
Bill Gato, president, Hispanic Digital Network.
July 11, 2006
Yahoo's main buyers of PPC travel ads
Online travel agencies Expedia and Orbitz are Yahoo's main buyers of PPC travel ads and
now face another potential disruption. Consumers have begun to shop for tickets and hotels
directly from the supplier because of small discounts. Websites like Southwest Airlines and
others like Priceline.com and various branded supplier sites accounted for 57 percent of
online travel dollars last year.
July 10, 2006
Yahoo's Instant Messaging lets users view and manage their calendar
From the Yahoo Messenger interface, this plugin will let users view and manage their calendar,
compare it with other users’ calendars and query the company’s local search and mapping service
to find business listings and obtain driving directions. Also available will be an Amazon.com Inc.
plugin, so that users can share gift wish lists and browse popular and new products. Users can
check out plugins at this Web site.
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