Though estimates from different research firms vary, the general consensus is that, despite pressure from the ailing economy, Google is not only holding on to its massive share of the online search market - but also increasing it. ComScore, Inc. estimated a 4% increase for Google's market share during March, up to 59%, while Hitwise reported Google's market share at over 72%.

Whichever number you choose to believe, the message for the search engine marketing industry is clear - Google is still the place to be in terms of online search and probably will remain so for a long time. 

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As web professionals, we at The Search Engine Guys, LLC feel compelled to warn our clients and the general public about a phishing scam that we have seen circulating via email. Primarily targeting law firms, this scam masquerades as an email from an overseas company in Singapore/Asia looking for representation in the US. 

This scam was brought to our attention by a few of our clients, as well as by several emails that we ourselves received. If you receive any suspicious emails from a Patrick Chan or Daniel Wong regarding representation for companies such as Trailblazer Communications Asia Pte Ltd. or Matila Manufacturing Pte Ltd., be warned that it is most likely a scam. The emails in question tend to read something like this:

Message: Attention Counsel:

I have previously sent you an email; please confirm
the receipt of this mail due to the urgency of this matter. If you are not
in position to represent us at the moment kindly advice immediately.
After a careful review, we decided to contact you to represent our
Company in North America. Matila Manufacturing Pte Ltd is a
Manufacturing company in Asia

We would require your legal representation for our North American delinquent Customers. We are of the
opinion that a reputable attorney is required to represent us in North
America in order for us to recover monies due to our organization by
overseas customers, and as well follow up with these accounts. In order to
achieve these objectives a good and reputable law firm
like yours will be required to handle this service. We understand that a
proper Attorney Client agreement must be entered into by both parties.
This will be done immediately we receive your letter of acceptance.
Awaiting Response.

Thanks,

Patrick Chan

Variations of this scam (involving different names and different "companies") have been reported on various online forums and blogs, so be very careful about what you respond to.

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