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oh, that ebook b*ollox again when asked if separate *subnets* had any impact on SE rankings
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Don't swallow the Google Koolaid - they have been caught out many times spreading FUD re:their algo
Google patent (6,725,259) clearly states that using the same IP can have impact on ranking. Read 'Re-ranking component 124' to understand how.
The only question open to debate is whether this patent is in force or not.
Only way to know is to test this in a controlled study.
Difficult, but possible.
If you haven't tested this, best not damage your reputation by 'dissing' SEOs that request different IPs - some of them have tested this and know the answer.