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Innumerable audio files available on the Web make searching based on keywords or metadata tricky. But spoken-word search technology is making it easier for enterprises to find the right audio content online.
The company has introduced Ask3D, a revised search service with a new three-panel search results interface and a new search algorithm called Morph.
The engineering endeavor took over two years and more than 100 engineers.
Preston Gralla takes a close look at the new features in Beta 2. Mostly the news is good, including improved security and searching features. Vista snags when it comes to hardware, however.
The latest search engine to hit the Web, Accoona offers additional business info and a nice filtering ability. But is that enough?
Oracle positions the search engine as one that takes extra steps to avoid getting companies in trouble with data privacy laws and regulations. The search engine is designed to deliver results based on an employee's function and privilege level within a company. (Courtesy: InformationWeek)
Wall Street loves it. Consumers are begging for more of it. Other companies want to be it. But Google has its vulnerabilities--excessive reliance on search advertising, lawsuits, eroding public trust, lack of focus and the competitive threat from Microsoft. How long can Google's run last?
We investigate Google Desktop's controversial Search Across Computers utility, a feature that could endanger your data integrity. (Courtesy: Desktop Pipeline)
Search engine optimization (SEO) has become an essential tool for small businesses to promote goods and services and generate leads. Here are some tips on employing SEO to best advantage.
Google is looking to extend its domination of Internet search into enterprise applications by beefing up its enterprise search appliance, as well as launching a new developer program and new partnerships.
New search appliances claim to be uniquely adapted to meet enterprise needs. We tested eight enterprise search products and analyzed the technology's security and architectural implications. Our take: The math just doesn't add up.
Retrieving lost data is like searching for gold nuggets. An enterprise search engine can spare you time and expense, and may even generate precious revenue. CSIRO's Panoptic sparkles with superior indexing, speed and an easy interface.
Oracle Secure Enterprise Search 10g can locate information in enterprise applications, E-mail systems, and stored documents.
We get comfy with Google's new Desktop and build a bridge between the outer web and the inner hard drive.
Microsoft unveils the beta version of its own search engine, dubbed MSN Search. It does not include some anticipated tools, such as desktop search.