Advertisements aren't completely devoid of value... You just don't need to be subjected to them continuously and without reservation. Personally, I find a far

Advertisements aren't completely devoid of value... You just don't need to be subjected to them continuously and without reservation. Personally, I find a far greater percentage of useful products through word-of-mouth. If I hear about something new, it has to be good enough to survive the 'telephone game' of getting the information to me, which means I'll have a preference for very good or very local products.