👉 Yahoo Computing, often referred to simply as Yahoo, was an American multinational technology company founded in 1994 by Jerry Yang and David Filo as a web directory. Initially, Yahoo served as a hierarchical, manually edited online directory of websites, providing users with an organized way to navigate the burgeoning internet. Over time, Yahoo expanded its services beyond directory listings to include email, news, search engines, and various online products, becoming a major player in the early internet era. The company also ventured into web hosting and media, acquiring companies like GeoCities and Tumblr. Despite its early success, Yahoo faced challenges in the late 2000s as competitors like Google and Facebook dominated search and social media, leading to a shift in focus towards advertising and cloud services. Today, Yahoo operates as a subsidiary of Verizon Media Group, continuing to evolve in the digital landscape.
