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Google packing more into Google Pack
Google said on Tuesday that it is packing more stuff into its Google Pack software bundle. In an e-mail message, the company said that it was adding a number of new programs to "satisfy users fun and sensible sides." Among the additions:
Google Photos Screensaver, a program taht allows users to "turn their screen into a digital picture frame that displays the latest photos from friends, family, and favorite photographers." (Wait -- doesn't Windows already offer this?) The Screensaver links with Picasa Web albums or photo feeds from other sites.
Symantec's Norton Security Scan, a basic computer virus scanner.
PC Tools Spyware Doctor Starter Edition, an antispyware program that is free but offers "limited active protectioN"
Google introduced the Google Pack in January of 2006 for Windows XP and Windows Vista users. The free package of software that is vetted by Google and is intended to enhance users desktop experience and includes a bunch of Google software, including Google Desktop Search, Google Talk, Google Earth and the Google Toolbar for IE. It also includes free downloads like the Mozilla browser and Adobe Reader, as well as the new additions.
Posted by Paul Roberts on March 27, 2007 07:51 AM
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