The purpose of such sites?

Discussion in 'General Chat' started by Kalyse, Jan 17, 2007.

  1. #1
    Hello,

    I was curious and hope that people could explain in depth what is the purpose of such sites:

    Top Sites and
    Directories

    Why do Directories sell for so much? I mean surely they are redundant.
    I never visit a Directory and don't think I ever will.
    How do you get directories with such high Page Ranks also. I mean there are so many links in them.

    Secondly Top Sites? Are these just traffic providers for the sites. They seem pointless imho.

    Should I assume that both only make money from Advertisements?
     
    Kalyse, Jan 17, 2007 IP
  2. FireStorM

    FireStorM Well-Known Member

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    For how much do they normally sell ? i got no idea :S
     
    FireStorM, Jan 17, 2007 IP
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    dr00t Peon

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    What price are you speaking of? They probably get a lot of click throughs if they are marketed properly. Besides, SE's like them and give good PR sometimes.
     
    dr00t, Jan 19, 2007 IP
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    I imagine most directories get their high PR by linking to other directories with high PR. Visit any directory and you'll find links to many other directories on their site too.
     
    MattKNC, Jan 19, 2007 IP