SEO Computer Systems & Software Updates 2

Question 1

When Google rolls out a broad core algorithm update, what is the recommended first step for SEOs whose sites lost rankings?

Accepted Answer

Analyze which content types or topics were most affected

Answer

Identifying which content categories dropped helps pinpoint whether the update targeted thin content, E-E-A-T gaps, or topical authority issues.

Question 2

Which HTTP status code should a server return when a page has been permanently relocated to a new URL?

Accepted Answer

301

Answer

A 301 redirect signals a permanent move and passes most link equity to the destination URL.

Question 3

How does browser caching affect SEO-related Core Web Vitals scores on repeat visits?

Accepted Answer

It can improve LCP and FCP by serving assets from local cache instead of the server

Answer

Cached assets load faster on repeat visits, reducing render-blocking time and improving paint metrics.

Question 4

What is the purpose of a robots.txt file in the context of search engine crawling?

Accepted Answer

It instructs crawlers which URLs to avoid or allow

Answer

Robots.txt uses Disallow and Allow directives to guide crawler access but does not guarantee de-indexation.

Question 5

A site migrates from HTTP to HTTPS. Which action is critical to preserve SEO equity during this transition?

Accepted Answer

Set up 301 redirects from every HTTP URL to its HTTPS equivalent

Answer

301 redirects permanently signal the protocol change and consolidate link equity to the secure URLs.

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