Search engines on the internet have made it possible for people with a computer or smartphone to find anything in no time at all. Google started this trend back in the 1990's and it's been big business ever since. That said, Google couldn't monopolize search engines forever. Internet sites like Yahoo and Ask.com rose to fill in niches that Google couldn't and in some cases get a piece of that technological pie.
One of those sites was Microsoft's Bing, which also rose to compete against Google. The second largest search engine in the world, Bing has had a very large history. It started out life as a search engine for MSN, before evolving into Windows Live search; then simply Live Search; and now Bing.
Bing stands out against Google by having multiple interface features; being able to preview video content; adjustable image and video search functions; instant answers; and integration with services like Facebook, Apple and Hotmail.
What also makes them stand out is their rewards program. Basically, through connecting a Microsoft account uses can use Bing to earn credits for searches; referrals; and bonuses. Earning enough credits nets users rewards like gift cards; credit for Skype; or even entries to contests for big prizes. While Google has a rewards program of their own, it requires users to have an add-on for their Chrome browsers. Bing can be used on any computer and on any web browsers.
Overall, Bing has been a well-competing search engine for some time now. It's gone through many changes and upgrades, but still stands the test of time against the five hundred pound gorilla of the internet. It's a testament to competition on the scale of the internet.
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