Google Toolbar's AutoLink

& The Need For Opt-Out

“AutoLink is new feature in the new third version of Google's popular Google Toolbar that's raised controversy since it was released last week. Why are publishers upset? Can they block the feature that adds links to their web pages? Who rules over content, users or publishers? Why do I think Google should give publishers an opt-out for the feature. That, and other issues, we'll explore in this article. It's a long one, so the links below will let you jump to particular sections, if you prefer.

• How AutoLink Works
• The User Benefit
• The Publisher Benefit & Fears
• We've Been Here Before
• Monopoly & Monetary Fears
• Future Development
• What's Acceptable & What's Not?
• Drawing The Line At Links
• Provide An Opt-Out!
• They're My Users Too
• Turning The Tables
• The Toolbar Area Itself Is Yours
• Alt-Click Away!
• Here's An Opt-Out”

Google's new Beta Toolbar includes a feature called 'AutoLink'. The toolbar scans through the current Web page and links any addresses or ISBN numbers to Google's services. This script will stop the toolbar from placing a link in the Web page.
The JavaScript Source: Miscellaneous: AutoBlink http://javascript.internet.com/miscellaneous/autoblink.html

http://blog.searchenginewatch.com/blog/050225-104317