This "doom and gloom" message isn't productive. I was let go back in August '11 and unemployed for nearly a year and got a job with another employer. I differentiated myself during the process and made sure they knew I was going to be an asset. Applying online isn't enough. You have to research the companies you want to work for and try and find a contact (a real person that works there) and show your value to them (reach out via email). Just have to be creative and stand out. This article's message makes it seem like you should just give up finding work after 6 months. Be different and you'll get a job.
If you manage to do everything just right, and differentiate yourself from all of the losers who won't get jobs, then you too can manage to only be unemployed for "nearly a year" with a bit of luck. No doom and gloom at all!