Search Engine Optimization Fundamentals
Search engine optimization (SEO) is an ongoing pursuit that strives to make content more pertinent for Google’s search algorithms. While the details vary widely between industries and companies, most fundamentals remain consistent.
Search engines first scan the web using crawlers, then store this information in massive databases known as indexes for future reference. Finally, they serve up results based on search intent.
Crawling
Crawling is the initial stage in search engine discovery and understanding, and providing searchers with relevant results. Crawling involves an intricate system allowing search engines to easily locate web pages connected by links – and the more easily your site can be crawled the higher its ranking will likely be.