As you've noticed, I have Google ads on this blog along the right side of the page and along the bottom. I don't have them to make revenue. Rather, I wanted some semi-non-intrusive elements of active content on the site. The ads rotate according to some proprietary Google algorithms, so you tend to see something new and hopefully interesting every day.
Unfortunately, a bunch of the ads I've seen recently on this site have been what I would consider scams. Basically, they are the type of ad that screams "Free iPod! Just fill out a survey!" I don't want that crap on my web site, but Google's ad configuration page doesn't have a way for me to disable this stuff. Yes, I can block ads from a specific URL, but that is obviously a useless hassle.
So I'm thinking of dumping Google ads. I still want some active content in that space, so I think I'll try an Amazon Associates panel. It might look overpowering, however, so we'll see.
Hmmm, maybe I'll create a fake adserver app that serves up a regular dose of fake ads for fake companies and products…
