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Hello,

I am really interested in SEO which I want to get indexed on Google, Yahoo, MSN, and other major search engines.

What I have been doing in my free time is to create new pages adding to my sites and also submit my sites to web directories and article directories to get back links.

What method is better to get more traffic?

1. Fresh updated content.
2. Back links.

Thank you!

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This answer builds on the original question from and the points raised by , , and , and gives a practical, tactical way to decide where to spend time and budget.

Decide by intent, competition, and site state. If pages already rank near page 1, small content improvements plus one or two relevant links often move them up. If a topic is time-sensitive, prioritize timely coverage and promotion. If the site is brand-new, fix crawlability and indexation first so either new content or links can be discovered. Google’s official starter guide covers these fundamentals in plain terms Google Search Central - SEO starter guide.

Concrete first steps:

  • Fix technical basics (robots, sitemap, mobile, speed) and connect Google Search Console.
  • Improve a few high-opportunity pages (better title/meta, clearer headings, added useful data or examples).
  • Promote those pages to earn a handful of high-relevance links (guest posts, resource pages, partnerships) rather than many low-value directory links.
  • Maintain a simple cadence: update proven pages and publish focused new pages only when they answer specific queries.

Backlinks matter when they are relevant and authoritative; low-quality mass submission is low ROI and can be harmful. For a practical primer on link value and tactics see this overview Ahrefs — Backlinks. Avoid paid or manipulative link schemes — Google documents penalties for those practices Google - Link schemes.

Measure with Search Console (impressions, clicks, positions) and analytics (engagement). If resources are limited, prioritize pages with measurable traction and apply the checklist above: technical health, targeted content edits, and selective outreach.

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The quality of content and overall offering is far more important than obtaining inbound links. Websites that provide a worthwhile and compelling resource will naturally and rightfully earn web citations and attract many more qualified users than those who focus on artificially garnering links via article submissions or blog commenting.

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I go for fresh content! Remember, content is king!

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Content, the fresher, the more compelling the better. Spiders love new content.

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