Blog vs Article

Discussion in 'Search Engine Optimization' started by afoley77, Jan 16, 2013.

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    Could any one tell me what is the difference between a Blog post and an article in SEO aspect?
     
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  2. Elfen Lied

    Elfen Lied Banned

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    An "article" is supposed to be "informative" whereas a "post" has traditionally been more "opinionated."

    An article is generally longer. A post is often much more informal.

    I was told the other day by an SEOer that Google doesn't make a distinction between articles and posts (or even something very short called "blurbs") anymore.

    Why is it important for you to decide on the exact format, CoolBee? I believe one of Steve's posts (or "articles," as he also calls them) addressed this particular point, and I think his take-away was that he just writes to the best of his ability, with his goals in mind, which also involves his audience....
     
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    martinjohn337 Greenhorn

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    Well...i think it is very good difference b/w Blogs & Articles.
     
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  4. somendra

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    Hii afoley77,

    Articles require greater research work as compared to blogs. Usually, articles are more informative and accurate than blogs where details are concerned. :cool:
     
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    prasanth5 Active Member

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    Although there is not much of a difference between the two, an article can go well with article submission sites whereas blogs can be created as guest posts.
     
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    Yes articles are used to drive traffic to your blog where they will find higher information and can want to shop for from an affiliate link or you can attempt to get clicks on adsense. articles will be used to get folks interested without totally answering the question. Then you answer it on your blog and point them some direction that can ultimately earn you money
     
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    I think Blog is a site where you can post contents freely and it's very much like your own site where you can earn money but Article directory is the directory of contents where every content should reviewed by some hardcore expert or bot before posting it live. So it is very easy to get links from blog as a SEO guy if the blog is your.
     
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    An article is a lengthy piece of writing, written in an expert's point of view, aimed at explaining a topic in great detail. A blog post is a shorter piece of writing, usually in a conversational style, aimed at updating or educating your readers, or to spark ideas and interest in your business.
     
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    Blog post and article is both of best blog are best and create unique content and added a related topic and article you added a links in author bio mostly one link so this is best method you promote your websites...
     
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    An article is a piece of information about a marketing strategy, recipe tips, parenting skills, or anything you choose to write about....focusing on your website or your business.

    On the other hand, a blog is like a daily journal where you post articles, recipes, health tips, your thoughts for the day or just about anything you wish. You post on it daily, every other day, weekly or however you choose to post. You can also add your websites to it and adsense if you like to a blog.
     
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    Netizania Tan Greenhorn

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    In term of the differences, an article can be a blog post but a blog post is not necessary an article. Why I say that? A blog post can be just a YouTube video with no write-up.
     
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    When you post an article on a blog, it's called blog post.

     
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    Blog is about personal experience, if you had a blog for your Website, you can share your thought on your personal experiences about your niche related products or services. Article is what, you provide some information, facts, knowledge.

    Content always matters a lot for both blog & articles, if you write through your own, not to worry about duplicate contents, it must be unique always however you can check for grammatical errors through online tools or Ms-Word and then post on your blog or article directories.
     
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    Blog is one kind of website writing. An article is simply a non-fiction writing part. A blog is only found on the web while an article may be found in newspapers, magazines or on the web.
     
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