Search Volume! Google’s Keyword Tool Improves!
Posted: July 10th, 2008 | Author: Matt Levenhagen | Filed under: Keyword Research | 1 Comment »Google has now added search volume data to the Keyword Tool.. That’s pretty significant!
Read more about it on their blog: Keyword Tool Updated with Search Volume Data
Find the Free Tool Here: Google’s External Keyword Tool
Approximate Average Search Volume
This column shows the approximate average monthly number of search queries matching your keywords that were performed on Google and the search network over a recent 12-month period. This number is specific to your targeted country and language as well as your selection from the Match Type drop-down menu.
And more info: What should I know about the Keyword Tool’s search volume statistics?
Of course, this is average over 2 months.. Google and the Seach Network.. it doesn’t take into consideration seasonal trends and many other factors, but!.. it’s still going to be useful to get an idea on how a keyword(s) might perform.
And.. best of all.. it’s free! 
-Matt Levenhagen
I cna’t decide whether to use the search tool or the Adwords tool. They both provide completely conflicting information.