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ego-surfing Last modified: Monday, June 02, 2008
Ego-surfing refers to the act of using search engines to seek references to one's own Web site, or to view Web pages that mention your own name (or company name). It is believed the term ego-surfing was derived from the egosurf.com Web site that accommodated ego-surfing. However, the Web site no longer exists as its original composition. The term ego-surf is also written as ego surf.
Ego Surfing: A Belated Wednesday Tip The article is a little indulgent, not unlike ego surfing itself, but it brings up a very relevant point, which is at the heart this particular tip: If you spend any time ego surfing online, sooner or later you'll find something about you online that you don't like. Executives Are "Ego-Surfing" For Business Information Wondering what's new about you? Type your name into Google or Yahoo and see what comes up. Termed "ego surfing," it has gone mainstream as CEO's, corporate communication departments and executives are using the Internet to follow what is being said about them, their companies and their competitors.	Related Categories Search Engines Slang World Wide Web Related Terms browse browser keyword surf Web site World Wide Web ego surfing Products : Top Store Offers: Amazon Marketplace  23.98Tie on the Volcom Womens Broken Pieces Bandeau Bikini Top and show your ex that heartbreak never looked so good. Slide the fabric in place along the s... Compare all matches: 1 Store Offers