USA Today has a long look at Ask.com in today's tech section.
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Over on ResourceShelf I point out a few issues some Ask,com history and also link to some interesting reading and interviews.
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Also, over on SearchDay a two part interview with Michael Ferguson from Ask about the rebranding of Ask.com.

Part 1
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Part 2
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