What we are seeing is the Mini has became the de facto standard for Web site search.

My favorite web site is probably YouTube.

We're working on a Web site right now.

[The annual WebAward Competition judges Web site development against an ever-increasing Internet standard and against peer sites. The competition provides] a forum to recognize the people and organizations responsible for developing some of the most effective Web sites on the Net today, ... More than 2,100 sites from 33 countries were adjudicated in 95 industry categories during this year's competition. Entries were judged on design, copywriting, innovation, content, interactivity, navigation and use of technology.

They've never said they're doing away with it. The Web site is still there. If you call, they'll send you a booklet. The program may be there, but to what extent is the question.

Costco's search engine is poorly designed and the Web site overall doesn't engage the user. Best Buy's offline stores may perform better, but online the retailer lost out to Circuit City in terms of customer support, visual appeal and the purchase process.