DMOZ is basically a list of websites that have been submitted manually, meticulously checked for authenticity and categorised by an editor, before anyone even gets on the directory. DMOZ is held in high esteem for a number of reasons but the main factor is that it is run by people, yes real –life people (something Google can’t promise) meaning getting listed is not so easy but very rewarding in the long run. It is also used as the directory from which other people across the web make their directories (even Google) meaning you reach a larger audience. Also, DMOZ’s high page rank will boost you SEO rankings if they decide to list your site.