The many faces of Web search

Heavyweights such as Google and Microsoft look well beyond basic text search, while start-ups look for their own angle. Also: An offbeat site gets artsy with search terms.

Search giant takes transit

Google debuts beta of public-transit trip planner, which tries to map out the most direct route.
December 8, 2005

Images: Google hops the next bus

Gallery Screenshots of the company's trip planner, Google Transit.
December 8, 2005

SwarmSketch taps Web's 'collective consciousness'

Web site takes online search terms and invites visitors to collaborate in turning them into group art.
December 8, 2005

Connotate looks beyond traditional search

Start-up targets hedge funds and corporate users who want fast access to real-time information.
December 8, 2005

Microsoft offers a new angle on maps

Beta version of Windows Live Local features changeable bird's-eye views, integrated mapping and search.
December 7, 2005

Images: A bird's-eye view

Gallery Screenshots of beta version of Windows Live Local.
December 8, 2005

Battle over control of Fast Search & Transfer

Though a "dead cat," according to chief, Norway's Opticom still has controlling stake in a potential takeover target.
December 7, 2005

Can there be another Google?

While Wall Street clamors for a piece of the search king, start-ups are trying to fill in the technology niches.
December 6, 2005

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