Yahoo Search’s Slurp and How to Write for It

http://www.searchenginejournal.com/index.php?p=1095

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When writing for Slurp here are a few basic fundamentals:
# Have a descriptive URL
# Use keyword enriched titles on each page of the site
# Place keyword enriched description and keywords meta tags on each page of the site
# Use robot.txt files to keep Slurp out of your shopping cart or log in pages
# Place keyword enriched text in the first paragraphs of your site-copy
# Use HREF links to direct Slurp through each page of the site
# Add a sitemap page and be certain there is a link from the INDEX page to the sitemap
# Be certain that geographic specific information is mentioned on each page of the site. Always have a contact page that also lists geographic specific information.
# Write a press release and send it to as many blogs, news-wires and press release sites as possible.
# Acquire strong, relevant incoming links from sites with topics similar to yours.
# Update your site frequently.
# Enjoy and value your placements.