There have been a couple of interesting bits of Google news in the past few days. These announcements could dramatically change how search is perceived on the Internet.
The first is the huge Google/AOL deal. For $1 billion Google earns a mere 5% stake in AOL. But there are other non-quantifiables which Google also gets as part of the deal.
For one, as one of the largest shareholders Google retains the rights of other shareholders including helping decide if and when AOL could be sold.