Quote Originally Posted by byyp
OK..guys..here it goes:

Google's affiliate program will "replace" the referral ads we used to put on our sites. Google has actually purchased an affiliate marketing company named "Doubleclick"..you can apply for it using the link below..it's not a referral link.


After approval you can place their affiliate links where you used to place Google referral codes like "download firefox" etc..
This is the information that I (we) was looking for.

Actually I did visited the provided link and I really liked what I saw there.

Here is some more information about the Google Affiliate Network:

Making affiliate marketing more productive

Google Affiliate Network connects advertisers and publishers who want to increase sales and drive leads through affiliate marketing.

As an advertiser using Google Affiliate Network, you'll discover pre-screened publishers who can refer consumer traffic to you. As a publisher, you can market your site to advertisers in the network; if selected to participate in an advertiser's program, you'll earn a percent of sales or a referral bounty.
Google Affiliate Network offers:

* Industry-leading advertiser and publisher service
* Rigorous network quality standards
* Reliable conversion tracking
* Detailed reporting
* Automated payments to publishers
* Simple link and creative delivery tools
* Flexible commissions
* Access to top brands on the web


About Google Affiliate Network

Google acquired the DoubleClick Performics Affiliate operations in March 2008. Together, we're creating new opportunities for monetization, expansion, and innovation in affiliate marketing.

Performics was founded as the first full-service affiliate network in 1998 and was acquired by DoubleClick in 2004. Today Performics Affiliate operates as Google Affiliate Network and remains committed to delivering affiliate channel growth for advertisers and publishers.
Enjoy it.