http://www.directorylist.org/news Directory Articles RSS TOLRA Micro Systems Limited Directory Script 60 Sun, 17 Jun 2007 13:27:39 GMT Dramba web directory is fairly new on the scene of directories, and is powered by the Barracuda directory script, from Boonex. The script utilises Ajax technology to enhance performance for both the user and the editors. The directory itself is quite shallow and empty when writing this, though will no doubt fill quickly enough. http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird813173171_dramba_web_directory.html http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird813173171_dramba_web_directory.html Sun, 17 Jun 2007 13:27:39 GMT SoNet is launching a new directory in the very near future, that enhances the directory niche with nothing short of excellence in design, application and usability. The owner of SoNet has emphasized usability over all other aspects of the construction, providing a fast loading, navicable and informative directory of websites, unique articles and more. http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird1790443752_sonet_uk_web_directory.html http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird1790443752_sonet_uk_web_directory.html Sun, 17 Jun 2007 13:25:14 GMT It has been published for quite some time now that those who desire to increase rankings, should not be isolating their campaigns to a directory only, or significant directory listing campaign. Well, there are advantages and disadvantages of being listed on any site, regardless how good it may seem. It was Search Engine Optimization (SEO) forums themselves that started the directory craze, meaning; directory listings where an easy link to help achieve high rankings within the Search Engine Results Pages (SERP's), hence they told every webmaster to go get lots of directory listings. Google (only) changed their algorithm to help repel the manipulation of their results by devalueing sites that consisted mainly of directory only listings, converting to backlinks. http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird2127910945_the_affect_of_seo_being_listed_in_directories.html http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird2127910945_the_affect_of_seo_being_listed_in_directories.html Sun, 17 Jun 2007 13:23:23 GMT What is the end result for search engine rankings? My theory! Currently the search engine algorithms are based heavily on link based methods. These methods are continuously being manipulated, and regardless how the algorithm evolves or updates, the manipulation will continue. What are the solutions for the search engines? Well, one that comes to mind is the use of directories. I know what you're probably thinking already, been there, done that, webs gone forward, however; let's put a new spin on things shall we. http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird1584828030_future_of_search_engine_results.html http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird1584828030_future_of_search_engine_results.html Sun, 17 Jun 2007 13:21:33 GMT The Abi7 Group, being the owners of Abilogic Directory, have launched a global real estate niche directory, Abireal. The directory is organised by region and topical subject, allowing the user to quickly find what their looking for within the specifics of the real estate industry. http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird1586929305_abireal_real_estate_directory.html http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird1586929305_abireal_real_estate_directory.html Sun, 17 Jun 2007 13:19:14 GMT Iti is a relatively new directory to the Australian market, though one that comes through quite strong and specific for the sector it is targeting. The directory has currently targeted Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth businesses at present, and no doubt will expand as the demand for each city increases. http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird449456630_iti_com_au.html http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird449456630_iti_com_au.html Sun, 17 Jun 2007 13:02:50 GMT Another new player just launched in the last week, is WebNetGuide, a directory owned by seven, one of our lovely forum participants. The directory provides various inclusion and advertisement methods, with the main submission type being free inclusion. http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird1343939298_webnetguide_online_directory.html http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird1343939298_webnetguide_online_directory.html Sun, 17 Jun 2007 12:56:57 GMT A member from the SEO Forum, "URL Direct", has just launched a new Australian directory into the marketplace, called URL Direct. From first impression, the site is very well done, great design, and nice on the eye. The site is navicable, which means even the least web savvy person can find their way around it, which is the end result in all honesty. The directory only lists Australian websites, so please take note of that one. http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird91520802_url_direct_australian_web_directory.html http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird91520802_url_direct_australian_web_directory.html Fri, 15 Jun 2007 20:51:45 GMT This one I actually picked up from reading searchen.com, and I must say it is a bit different from the usual directory structure. I guess that could be a good, or bad thing. The homepage itself is nothing but a selection of links that the editor has reviewed as a "winning link" and is placed within a unique block on the right hand side, called "all best links". The homepage then contains multiple pages of links... whether they are newly submitted and rotate through, not quite sure. http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird2033664944_one_best_link_directory.html http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird2033664944_one_best_link_directory.html Fri, 15 Jun 2007 20:48:52 GMT A new concept in web directories has risen, ProLifePages, where ProLife individuals (against abortion) have teamed up and released another means of funding non-profit prolife activities, groups and charities, through ProLifePages.com. The company is a "for profit" LLC, as they didn't meet certain criteria for non-profit status, though the owners have clearly outlined that the business will still be run in a non-profit manner. http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird1964569385_pro_life_pages_directory.html http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird1964569385_pro_life_pages_directory.html Fri, 15 Jun 2007 20:46:25 GMT A fresh directory on the scene, Your Directory Link. This directory is built and managed by 17yr old Daniel Stone, who has attempted online businesses previously, though failed through lack of support. http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird926805965_your_directory_link.html http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird926805965_your_directory_link.html Fri, 15 Jun 2007 20:43:19 GMT Another new face to the directory world is Global Markings. This site is directly tied into the Exactseek network of over 170+ search engines and directories. The site is fairly poorly presented in my opinion, with many spelling and grammatical mistakes throughout the site. http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird55628883_global_markings_directory.html http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird55628883_global_markings_directory.html Fri, 15 Jun 2007 20:39:14 GMT Another new breed of directory was just released, and that is ChanceURL. You start with the funky look imagemap on the homepage, and when you click upon any of the categories from that page, a random site is chosen and delivered. http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird2075563125_chance_url_rotating_directory.html http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird2075563125_chance_url_rotating_directory.html Fri, 15 Jun 2007 20:36:25 GMT I guess it was only a matter of time before this coin phrase was used for a directory, and here it is, 2.0 directory, a directory of Web 2.0 initiatives. http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird1970831700_web_2_0_directory.html http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird1970831700_web_2_0_directory.html Fri, 15 Jun 2007 20:34:07 GMT Pankaj gupta has a great article digressing the obstacles with directory submission in todays search engine world, Is Directory Submission Obsolete?. The bubble grew, the bubble busted, and now things are slowly stabilizing within a nervous industry. Pankaj has written a valuable piece though, clearly outlining todays viability within the directory market, and why submission is still very important. http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird2006162679_is_directory_submission_obsolete_.html http://www.directorylist.org/news/wdird2006162679_is_directory_submission_obsolete_.html Fri, 15 Jun 2007 20:31:19 GMT