Google is altering its algorithms to disfavor websites that are frequently accused of carrying content that violates copyright regulations. The search engine will include a new search signal in its rankings. Starting this week, its algorithms will include the number of copyright removal notices that Google receives regarding individual sites. Sites that have multiple notices could appear lower in search results. Over the past two years, Google has received and processed a growing number notices regarding allegedly pirated material.
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New Google Rules Pound Sites for Takedown Notices
Posted by: Rachelle Dragani August 13, 2012 10:32 AMGoogle is altering its algorithms to disfavor websites that are frequently accused of carrying content that violates copyright regulations. The search engine will include a new search signal in its rankings. Starting this week, its algorithms will include the number of copyright removal notices that Google receives regarding individual sites. Sites that have multiple notices could appear lower in search results. Over the past two years, Google has received and processed a growing number notices regarding allegedly pirated material.