The Internet is fast becoming a transaction medium in addition to a content medium. Our intent is to make AltaVista the leading guide for both information and e-commerce.

We're confident that AltaVista's decision to reinforce its strategic focus on search, in tandem with its investments to help increase market share and expedite its timeline to profitability, will significantly accelerate our goal to make AltaVista the leading search portal for both consumers and enterprises.