Microsoft Partners with InfoSeek for Enhanced Internet Search Experience

Strategic Insights -

As part of the Windows 95 launch, Microsoft has teamed up with InfoSeek Corporation to offer the InfoSeek Net Search service on Microsoft Network (MSN). This move aims to simplify the process of navigating the World Wide Web, making it more accessible to both newcomers and seasoned Internet users. With InfoSeek's customization for MSN, users can now leverage the familiar Microsoft user-interface to pinpoint relevant information on the web with just a click. InfoSeek Net Search allows users to conduct searches using plain English words and phrases, eliminating the need for prior search experience. The service has been tailored to cater to both casual and serious searchers, providing quick and easy access to desired information. Microsoft's partnership with InfoSeek aims to make exploring the Internet a stress-free experience for MSN users.

Key Takeaways:

  • Microsoft has chosen InfoSeek's Net Search service for Microsoft Network (MSN), making it available to subscribers on the World Wide Web.
  • InfoSeek's service allows users to conduct searches using plain English words and phrases, eliminating the need for prior search experience.
  • The service has been customized to match the Microsoft user-interface look and feel, making it seamless for MSN users.
  • InfoSeek Net Search provides quick and easy access to relevant information on the web, making it suitable for both newcomers and seasoned Internet users.
  • The service is available on MSN today, and users can access it at http://www2.infoseek.com.
  • Microsoft's partnership with InfoSeek aims to make exploring the Internet an enjoyable experience for users.
  • InfoSeek's search service has already processed over a million full-text queries daily, making it the most popular search service on the web.

Statistics:

  • InfoSeek processes over a million full-text queries daily, making it the most popular search service on the web.
  • Microsoft has chosen InfoSeek's Net Search service for MSN, instead of other available options.

Sources:

  • "Microsoft and InfoSeek Partner to Bring Enhanced Search Experience to Microsoft Network." (The exact publication date is not provided, but it is mentioned as part of the Windows 95 launch.)
  • http://www.msn.com (MSN Web site)
  • http://www.infoseek.com (InfoSeek Web site)
  • http://www2.infoseek.com (InfoSeek Net Search service)
  • (408) 982-4450 (InfoSeek phone number)