Microsoft Research U Rank

Quick, how do I get started?
  To try out U Rank, Register your existing Windows Live ID or create a new one.

What is U Rank?
 

U Rank is a search engine that allows people to organize, edit and annotate search results, as well as share information with others.

We believe that finding something on the web is only the first step for many tasks. To better support people as they are exploring a topic, comparing information, keeping track of what they're learning, and collaborating with others, U Rank has general support for organizing, annotating, remembering, and sharing search results.

U Rank is a research prototype, to help us learn more about how people use such technologies so we can continue to innovate.

 
 

That’s great. But, what is U Rank good for?
  Here are some of the things that we've found U Rank useful for:
  • Create the perfect search results. Add images and video for added context.
  • Lists: Keep lists while you’re researching (“hotels for my next trip”, “DSLRs for me”)
  • Annotate results: Write notes to summarize important information under each URL.
  • Short-cuts: Move your favorite sites up; then put an ! in front of the query and go straight to the top result.
  • Collaboration: Share URLs with friends (“related projects”, “our reading list”)
  • Recommendations: Tell your friends what you like (“best books,” “favorite restaurants”)
Check out the U Rank research project page for more details.
 
 

How do I get started?
  To try out U Rank, Register your existing Windows Live ID or create a new one.