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The Evolution of Google's Ad Policies

This chapter examines the conflict between Google's founders' initial aversion to advertising and the eventual integration of AdWords, which transformed search results through a revenue-driven auction system. It highlights the internal debates over maintaining search integrity while maximizing ad profits, ultimately revealing tensions that impacted user experience.

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