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photofox · May 19, 2007

#3137 is done. Thanks.
#3139 is done. Thanks.
#3140 is done. Thanks.

Artisands · May 19, 2007

#3117 - The category is for individual browser based action games (rather than collections). I left these as listed, deferring to the editor's discretion in this case.

#3118 – Already taken care of by the category editor

#3119 - Already taken care of by the category editor

#3120 - Already taken care of by the category editor

#3120 – I left these listings. Adventureland seems to be a stand alone site with a different focus.

#3122 – Done

#3123 – Done

#3124 – Done

#3125 - Already taken care of by the category editor

#3126 - Already taken care of by the category editor

#3127 - Sputnik7.com is working now

#3128 -

The dartboards mentioned in this entry are now located on a deeper page

Yes, they are on the products page. Listing seems fine as it is.

#3129 – Done

#3130 – Done

#3131 – Done – I left teknetik.com listed. The “babes” are noted in the description, so apparently the editor felt there was sufficient “other” topics to merit a listing.

Thanks

NCMan · May 19, 2007

Artisan said:
#3128 - Yes, they are on the products page. Listing seems fine as it is.

Thanks. The category editor corrected it. The original link pointed to a different site (listed in multiple categories) which had a link to Arachnid's product page

Question:

I come across entries within the same category where the pages have the same look and feel. If I check the links, I find that they're cross linked and sure enough, if I "whois" them, they're owned and operated by the same outfit. Is this something that should be reported as a quality issue?

Regards,
NCMan

photofox · May 19, 2007

I come across entries within the same category where the pages have the same look and feel. If I check the links, I find that they're cross linked and sure enough, if I "whois" them, they're owned and operated by the same outfit. Is this something that should be reported as a quality issue?

Yes please, we can always investigate further to make sure the listings are suitable.

NCMan · May 19, 2007

photofox said:
Yes please, we can always investigate further to make sure the listings are suitable.

Ok. Thanks. Here goes another one:

While searching:

http://www.dmoz.org/Business/Agriculture_and_Forestry/News_and_Media/

I came across the following issue I wanted to bring to your attention:

8th Entry From Bottom:

Entry's in this category for on US Farm Network and US Farm News look and feel similar, are cross linked, have same registrant and contact info.

US Farm Network - Agricultural news, press releases, articles and links.

7th Entry From Bottom:

Entry's in this category for on US Farm Network and US Farm News look and feel similar, are cross linked, have same registrant and contact info.

US Farm News - Agriculture news and markets online updates for farmers and ranchers raising cattle, hogs, sheep, and growing corn, wheat and soybeans.

While we're at it in this category:

38th Entry From Top

Clicking the link takes you to a page containing a message that the target publication is no longer available. A substitute publication is offered instead.

Feed & Grain - Tradepub.com - This publication provides articles on national and international feed and grain industry trends, profiles on successful operators, merchandising tips and updates on regulations.

Regards,
NCMan

NCMan · May 19, 2007

Hi!

In searching:

http://www.dmoz.org/Shopping/Clothing/

I encountered the following issue I wanted to bring to your attention:

15th Entry From Bottom:

Clicking link takes you to a parking page saying account suspended

PollyStoev Co - Hand and machine knitted clothing and accessories.

Regards,
NCMan

NCMan · May 19, 2007

Hi!

In searching:

http://www.dmoz.org/Shopping/Clothing/Accessories/

I encountered the following issue I wanted to bring to your attention:

21st Entry From Top:

Hijacked link takes you to a pay per click page

Cityscape Designs - Offers hand-painted silk scarves and ties depicting the architecture and landmarks of American cities. Features product descriptions, company profile and contact details.

Regards,
NCMan

NCMan · May 19, 2007

Hi!

In searching:

http://www.dmoz.org/Shopping/Clothing/Accessories/

29th Entry From Top:

Clicking link takes you to a parking page saying ACOUNT SUSPENDED

Deborah Lewis - Designer handbags and umbrellas. Pictures of the collections, list of shops, and their policies.

34th Entry From Top

Clicking link take you to a page indicating product no longer being sold. Other links are provided.

Dream Shoes - Offers a selection of Bald Mountain moccasins, leather goods and pouches.

39th Entry From Top:

Either a hijacked link or parking page.

Fiaschi Serafino - Offers a variety of Italian bags and belts.

4th Entry From Bottom:

A blank HTML page. I encounter this fairly often. Do webdesigners/webhosts do this as an alternative to a parking page when their client doen't pay?

VanValkenburgh Enterprises - Nylon and leather products; pager cases, wallets and cases.

Regards,
NCMan

NCMan · May 19, 2007

Hi!

In searching:

http://www.dmoz.org/Shopping/Health/Vision/Sunglasses/

I came across the following issues I wanted to bring to your attention:

6th Entry From Top:

Dead link:

Best Buys for Less - Sells Survival Optics brand sunglasses and Shelley Makes Scents brand bath and body products.

32nd Entry From Bottom:

Link redirects to a parking page. This has been the case for some time as the parking page is also in Google cache:

Rudy Project Sunglasses - Offers active lifestyle sunglasses.

Google Cache Entry:

http://209.85.165.104/search?q=cach.../+"getrudy"+sunglass&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=4&gl=us

Regards,
NCMan

NCMan · May 19, 2007

Hi!

In searching:

http://www.dmoz.org/Shopping/Health/Vision/Sunglasses/

I found the following issues I wanted to bring to your attention:

16th Entry From Top:

Duplicate category entry with "Sunglasses 2002"

ItalianSunglasses.com - Featuring Gucci, Ray Ban, Armani, Calvin Klein, Bollé and Serengeti.

13th entry From Bottom:

Duplicate category entry with "ItalianSunglasses.com"

Sunglasses 2002 - Italian site offering a variety of brand name sunglasses, as well as international shipping.

Regards,
NCMan

NCMan · May 19, 2007

Hi!

In searching:

http://www.dmoz.org/Shopping/Health/Vision/Sport_and_Safety_Eyewear/

I came across the following issue I wanted to bring to your attention:

3rd Entry From Top:

Link redirected to parking page

CamoShades - Camouflage sunglasses and safety glasses.

Regards,
NCMan

Artisands · May 20, 2007

#3151 is done. I did not find it parked, however there was a content change. Let me know if you are still seeing it as parked.

Thanks

Artisands · May 20, 2007

#3148 is Done

A blank HTML page. I encounter this fairly often. Do webdesigners/webhosts do this as an alternative to a parking page when their client doen't pay?

I think it is more often a private website owner pulling down a site's content prior to the expiration of the domain.

#3149 is Done

#3150 is Done

Thanks

NCMan · May 20, 2007

Artisan said:
#3151 is done. I did not find it parked, however there was a content change. Let me know if you are still seeing it as parked.

Thanks

I see the same thing. I wasn't sure if the link was hijacked or parked. Since I saw where the company does webhosting, I decided to report it as parked. In either case, the entry needed removal.

Regards,
NCMan

NCMan · May 20, 2007

Hi!

In searching:

http://www.dmoz.org/Business/Consumer_Goods_and_Services/Eyewear/Sunglasses/

I encountered the following issues I wanted to bring to your attention:

16th Entry From Top

Link takes you to an empty HTML page.

Bondiblu - South African based company offering photos of their products, company history and contact information.

21st and 22nd Entry From Top

Duplicate entrys. Different URL's but the company is the same.

CTS Wholesale Sunglasses - Importer and distributor of designer replica glasses.
CTS Wholesale Sunglasses - Manufacturer and distributor of replica designer glasses. Located in Salem, OR.

27th Entry From Top:

Dead link. (I didn't wait 24/48 hours on this one)

EyeBiz - A wholesale distributor of glasses. Supplies to New Zealand-based retailers only.

12th Entry From Bottom:

Looks to be a Hijacked link to someones Ebay listings

Sunglass Distributors - Sunglass rack and frame distributor located in Deltona, FL.

2nd Entry From Bottom

Dead link. ( I didn't wait 24/48 hours)

Weps Eyewear - Sport sunglasses from Franck Bollé, Cécile Allard and Guido Bernazzi. [Requires pop-ups].

Regards,
NCMan

NCMan · May 20, 2007

Hi!

While searching:

http://www.dmoz.org/Business/Consumer_Goods_and_Services/Clothing/Accessories/Umbrellas/

I encountered the following issues I wanted to bring to your attention:

1st Entry From Top

Link redirected to a parking page

Affordable Umbrellas - USA. Custom designed umbrellas for sports, beach and general use, from polyamide and fiberglass. Price list. On-line ordering.

3rd Entry From Top:

This site downloads a virus! See my Symantic log below

Enson International, Ltd - Taiwan. Umbrellas with automatic opening and folding design. Also, custom logo printing services, and gift items.

Scan type: Realtime Protection Scan
Event: Virus Found!
Virus name: Trojan.Exploit.131
File: C:\Documents and Settings\Owner\Local Settings\Temporary Internet Files\Content.IE5\U2UX11S6\cao714[1].gif
Location: C:\Documents and Settings\Owner\Local Settings\Temporary Internet Files\Content.IE5\U2UX11S6
Computer: Three
User: NCMan
Action taken: Clean failed : Quarantine failed : Access denied
Date found: Sunday, May 13, 2007 3:45:43 PM

3rd Entry From Bottom

Hijacked link. Points to a solar cell manufacturer

Xintian Umbrella Co., Ltd - Hong Kong. Beach and garden umbrellas, from cotton, polyamide and PVC coated fabrics. Also, foldable beach chairs with cooler bag, and spare parts. Custom logo printing services.

Regards,
NCMan

NCMan · May 20, 2007

Hi!

While searching:

http://www.dmoz.org/Shopping/Antiques_and_Collectibles/Clothing/Accessories/

I encountered the following issues:

2nd Entry From Top:

Dead Link. (I didn't wait 24/48 hrs)

Carol Desler Designs - Dealer in hand-held fans from the 17th to the 20th century.

8th and 9th Entry From Top:

Two different sites in the same category operated by the same outfit that are cross linked to each other and sell the same products.

Heavenly Handbags - Petit point, needlepoint and tapestry compacts, jewelry, boxes, purses and vintage ladies vanity collectibles.
Heavenly Handbags - Selection of vintage handmade needlepoint purses and handbags.

2nd Entry From Bottom

Dead Link. (I didn't wait 24/48 hrs)

Vintage Classics - Specializing in collectible handbags.

Regards,
NCMan

NCMan · May 20, 2007

Hi!

In searching:

http://www.dmoz.org/Shopping/Clothing/Men's/

I encountered the following issues I wanted to bring to your attention:

5th Entry From Top

Link redirected to parking page. A check of Google cache also contains the parking page.

Arthur Burton Menswear - Selection of men's apparel and accessories.

Google Cache

http://209.85.165.104/search?q=cach...hur+burton+menswear"&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=1&gl=us

23rd Entry From Top

Message on homepage indicates URL has changed

Homer Men and Boys - Selection of Carhartt clothing and Carolina work boots in as well as numerous name brands in our store in Homer, New York.

3rd Entry From Bottom

Hijacked link. Link hijacked to a womens underwear site.

UK Designer Clothing - UK designer clothing store. Sells menswear for leading British fashion designers, Aquascutum, Mulberry, Henri Lloyd, Gallagher, Full Circle and Jeffery Green.

Regards,
NCMan

NCMan · May 20, 2007

Hi!

While searching:

http://www.dmoz.org/Shopping/Clothing/Footwear/Athletic/

I encountered the following issues I wanted to bring to your attention:

17th Entry From Top

Link takes you to a pay per click parking page with message that the domain is for sale.

First Gear - Carries a variety of running shoes, apparel and accessories.

22nd Entry From Top

Dead Link

HipHopValley - Online retailer of athletic footwear for both men and women.

41st Entry From Top

Hijacked link. Link takes you to an herbal suppliment site.

PNW International - Athletic shoes for adults and children.

Regards,
NCMan

Artisands · May 20, 2007

#3155 is Done

#3156 is Done

Thanks

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