Providing information about the goods and services of others via telecommunications and global computer networks; providing directory information services via telecommunication networks also featuring hyperlinks to other web sites; providing information about and making referrals in the field of consumer products and services for retail services concerning products, services, events, activities, attractions and facilities in particular geographic locations; providing on-line directory information services also featuring hyperlinks to other web sites; telephone directory information; telephone directory assistance and information services provided through the telephone and wireless communications networks