Should You Ignore Google for Better Rankings?

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Google’s ranking works through three main steps. First, it gathers results based on traditional factors like backlinks and keywords. Then, it uses AI systems to rank those results by which ones will best satisfy users. Finally, it measures how accurately it predicted user satisfaction through behavior signals. Over time, these systems get better at predicting […]