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Free Google Software
It's a Google world.....
It all started with search. Now the guys and girls at Google have turned out an amazing collection of software - and give
it away for free. Some programs are so well conceived, feature packed and fully web-integrated that they are truly groundbreaking,
like free Google Earth and Gmail.
There is an exciting new trend in software design, and it is led by Google. We are talking about free online software.
The advantages are many: automatic and relatively secure backup; no downloads or updates; easy sharing with friends and colleagues;
good integration of packages (like Google docs and spreadsheets, or Sketchup and Google
Earth). The other top Software4free recommendations are Gmail,
Picasa and Desktop (don't let the "beta" tag put you off: Google is ultra conservative
before it releases a title to 1.0 status). All free Google software is stable, up-to-date, well supported by the company,
user-friendly and well documented. [And yes, Google seems to be taking over our computers and maybe more: one web user complained
recently: " In a few years you'll drive your Google to the Google to buy some Googles for your Google"]
We have a list of our favorite free Google software downloads below.
Free Google Software:
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If you haven't tried Gmail yet, you are missing out on a great way of staying connected. Why,
it's just another e-mail program?? Try it. Millions have. "What makes it so special?"
• It is free
• Archiving (never throw an e-mail away anymore; 7GB of storage and growing)
• Labelling (don't
bother with folders; quick and easy)
• Always available (even when you're even from your computer)
• Safe (Google
makes backups in a number of locations)
• Easy (can upload and download from your current e-mail
address via POP)
• Neat
Interface (simple,
uncluttered)
• Fully integrated (with Google Calender, Docs & Spreadsheets, Picasa).
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Google Earth "For anyone who has ever dreamed of flying..." - NY Times | |
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The idea is simple. It's a globe that sits inside your computer. You point and zoom to anyplace on the planet that you want to explore. Satellite images and local facts zoom into view.
Google Earth has a friendly user interface which lets you zoom very quickly to where you want to
go. Some key features:
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Fly from space to your neighborhood. Type in an address and zoom right in.
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Search for schools, parks, restaurants, and hotels. Get driving directions.
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Tilt and rotate the view to see 3D terrain and buildings.
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Save and share your searches and favorites. Add your own annotations.
Google Earth Community is a large user forum where you can find lots of information on adding dynamic data layers, 3D models, current events, etc.
Or have a look at Google Earth Hacks from where you can download free Google Earth applications.
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For a free program, Picasa offers an excellent solution to the task of finding, organising and sharing your photos, all in one package.
Picasa is a free software download from Google that helps
you:
- Locate and organise all the photos on your computer.
- Edit and add effects to your photos with a few simple clicks.
- Share your photos with others through email, prints and on
the web: it’s fast, easy and free.
*The Picasa photo editor is not available for Mac, but Picasa
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Google Wave |
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Have you tried Google Wave yet? It is e-mail how it was meant to be
and Google has high hopes that it will take off as a communication platform. Ideal if you want to share information and plan
events with a group of people. Here at Software4Free we are great fans of Google Wave. It has a sophisticated set of tools,
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Google Docs & Spreadsheets | |
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Think of it as Word and Excel online - available from any connected computer, anywhere. And it's free. You can:
Create basic documents and spreadsheets from scratch.
You can easily do all the basics, including making bulleted lists, sorting by columns, adding tables, images, comments, formulas, changing fonts and more.
Upload your existing files.
Google Docs & Spreadsheets accepts most popular file formats, including DOC, XLS, ODT, ODS, RTF, CSV, etc. Upload your files; all your formatting and formulas will come through intact.
Familiar desktop feel makes editing easy.
Just click the toolbar buttons to bold, underline, indent, change the font or number format, change the cell background color and so on. Or dig a little deeper with functions, html, version history, sharing etc. Google Docs & Spreadsheets is deceptively powerful.
Learn more ...
Try it out
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Google Pack is a collection of software, selected by Google. It is a handy way
to install a whole bunch of greaty programs in one go. It is always free.
Featured components:
Google Chrome Web Browser
- Make browsing the web faster, safer, and easier
- Search from the address bar
Google Apps
- Use Google email, calendar, and document applications
- Create, collaborate, communicate and share with friends and family
Spyware Doctor with Anti-Virus
- Protects your PC with advanced anti-virus detection and removal
- Detects and removes spyware, adware, trojans and keyloggers
Picasa
- Find, edit, and share your photos in seconds
- Easily remove red eye and fix photos
Mozilla Firefox with Google Toolbar
- Browse the web quickly and securely
- Switch between pages quickly with tabbed browsing
Skype
- Make free voice and video calls to anyone else on Skype
- Call landlines and mobile phones at pretty low rates
Google Earth
- Zoom from space to street level — tour the world
- Find maps, driving directions, hotels, restaurants, and more
Google Toolbar for Internet Explorer
- Search from any web page and autofill forms
- Block annoying pop-ups
Google Desktop
- Find all your email, files, web history, and more
- Get all your personalized info in one place with Sidebar
Adobe Reader
- View, print, and search PDF files via a redesigned interface
- Secure your documents and collaborate via online, real-time meetings
Google Talk
- Connect with your friends via IM or free voice calls
- Send and receive files and voice messages easily and quickly
RealPlayer
- Play popular media formats, organize music and videos
- Transfer music to iPod and other portable media players

The pack is not available for Mac, but nearly all of the components are.
See our Free
Mac software or see google.com/mac .
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Drawing in 3D was never easy, until Google acquired Sketchup and improved on it - mainly to encourage people to model 3D buildings for Google Earth (a smart move, as it turned out; a large, free workforce having fun placing detailed architecture all over Google Earth).
SketchUp is 3D for everyone.
Google SketchUp is software that you can use to create, modify and share 3D models. It's easier to learn than other 3D modeling programs, which is why so many people are already using it. SketchUp's simplified toolset, guided drawing system and clean look-and-feel were designed to help you concentrate on two things: getting your work done as efficiently as possible, and having fun while doing it.
Have a look at Sketchup's 3D Warehouse for great examples of what can be done with the program.
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