Category Archives: Google Tutorials & Articles
Orkut Hit by XSS Worm
Google’s Orkut has been attacked by the virulent Bom Sabado worm. Although the problem has been fixed, Craig discusses whether we will see a rise in attacks on the social networks. Continue reading
Google Reveals its Government Censorship Map
Were you aware that the US, UK and Australian governments demanded removal of 1,500 items from Google services during the first 6 months of 2010? Craig examines Google’s Transparency Tool and asks whether it’s the regulatory authorities or Google we should fear the most. Continue reading
Google Instant Search: Is it an Improvement?
Instant Search is a new feature which attempts to make Google’s search engine faster and more usable. Is it better? Let us know what you think. Continue reading
Chrome Market Share Rises Above 10 Percent
Chrome’s market share has moved into double figures. Craig asks whether we’ll soon have a 3-way tie at the top of the browser charts. Continue reading
Google Releases Chrome 6
Chrome 6 has arrived barely 3 months after version 5. Craig discusses the new theme, the new features and the reasons for Google’s rapid version numbering. Continue reading
Avoid Email Overload With GMail’s Priority Inbox
Google is rolling out “Priority Inbox” to all GMail users. Craig explains how it works and how it could save you from email overload. Continue reading
Google Adds Free Telephone Voice Calls to GMail
You can now call a standard land-line telephone from your GMail account. The free service is being rolled out to US customers, but Craig reveals a loophole which may allow international usage. Continue reading
Google, Verizon and the Net Neutrality Debate
Has net neutrality been threatened by the Verizon-Google Legislative Framework Proposal? Craig examines the paper and gives his opinion. Continue reading
Google Wave’s Goodbye
Google is scrapping their Wave system after less than a year following disappointing adoption rates. Craig looks at the reasons why it failed. Continue reading