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  SB, 16 Sep 2003 @ 7:34am

  
  

  Offline Shopping

  It would seem fairly obvious that people use the web to research purchases. Most people I know do some type of research before spending their money, talk to friends, check ads, etc. The internet is a welcome extension to these resources. The companies who recognize this AND provide information for comparison are generally the ones I buy from, even offline.

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  Doug, 16 Sep 2003 @ 8:51am

  
  

  Advertising?

  I do not see how the article's statement:

  "We see overwhelming evidence that online content not only impacts brands but also drives traffic to retail stores."

  leads to the conclusion:

  This suggests that online advertisers should be less concerned with things like "click throughs" and more concerned with building brand.

  Content and advertising are two very different things. I frequently use the Web to research products, services, etc. that I am considering. In particular, I look for reviews.

  However, I aggressively block Web advertising in my browser. If I want to know about a product or service, I will go looking for that information. "Don't call me, I'll call you."

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    Mike (profile), 16 Sep 2003 @ 9:08am

    
    

    Re: Advertising?

    Actually, I disagree. I've said before that content and advertising are the same and I stand by it. People make buying decisions based on what they know, and if they recognize the brand, and have a positive association with it, they're much more likely to buy.

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