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Invites-only system working

Thu, 14th Jul 2011
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Google+ shows early success with exclusive invites model, drawing over 10 million users in weeks. Analyst Paul Allen predicts numbers could double soon.
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Kiwi Google apps specialist bought by US firm

Tue, 5th Jul 2011
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Wellington's WaveAdept, a top Google apps integrator for notable firms and gov departments, has been acquired by US giant Cloud Sherpas.
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Top 5 tips & tricks from Google

Fri, 1st Jul 2011
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Discover the best hidden tricks for mastering Google search with tips from Dan Russell, a Google research scientist, saving you time and effort online.
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Zuckerberg re-valued at US$18 billion

Thu, 30th Jun 2011
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Mark Zuckerberg surpasses Google founders to become world's third-richest tech tycoon, now valued at US$18 billion.
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Microsoft takes Office online

Wed, 29th Jun 2011
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Microsoft counters Google with the cloud-based Office 365, aimed at small businesses seeking affordable collaboration tools.
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Search by image new for Google search

Wed, 15th Jun 2011
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Google launches Search by Image, transforming how we find places, art, and objects in photos, with new browser extensions.
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Google Apps discontinues old browser support

Tue, 14th Jun 2011
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Google will stop supporting older browsers for Google Apps from 1 August 2011, urging users to upgrade to benefit from modern features and avoid issues.
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Google gets admeld

Tue, 14th Jun 2011
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Google acquires Admeld for USD $400 million, aiming to enhance display advertising tools and simplify ad management for major publishers.
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MySpace sale close at hand

Fri, 10th Jun 2011
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Reuters reportes an investor group is near to closing on a controlling stake in the once-popular social networking site.
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Bus late? Ask Google Maps

Thu, 9th Jun 2011
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Google Maps' live transit updates help residents in Boston, Portland, San Diego and more track bus and train delays in real-time.
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New tier for Google high performers

Thu, 9th Jun 2011
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Google unveils a new tier for exemplary resellers, setting benchmarks in revenue, technical expertise, and customer satisfaction.
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20 things to know about the web

Tue, 7th Jun 2011
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The book is a great way to introduce new web concepts - to yourself or others - or as a way to rediscover them.
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Check your system for IPv6 compatibility

Tue, 7th Jun 2011
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Check if your system is IPv6-ready ahead of major web companies testing the new internet protocol for 24 hours on June 8.
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Google pushes web safety after inbox hacks

Fri, 3rd Jun 2011
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Internet giant pushes safety message after successful phishing attacks on military, government and political Gmail users.
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Update: Google Wallet another sign that NFC is close

Fri, 27th May 2011
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Google Wallet, Google's new NFC-based payment system in partnership with MasterCard, signals the imminent rise of NFC technology in everyday transactions.
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Google's guide to mobile business

Tue, 24th May 2011
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Google's Guide to the App Galaxy provides comprehensive insights into launching a mobile app-based business, covering promotion, monetisation, and measurement.
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Google says Apps make work smarter

Thu, 19th May 2011
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Google is revolutionising work for small businesses with Apps enhancing tasks from generating letterheads to creating websites and intranets.
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Google rolls out Wi-Fi vulnerability fix for Android

Thu, 19th May 2011
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Google begins global rollout of Wi-Fi vulnerability fix on Android, averting potential data theft from public networks.
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Google apps give custom privileges

Tue, 17th May 2011
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Google now enables 'Super Admins' to allocate specific admin controls to users, enhancing Apps management flexibility in businesses.
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Beware the 'filter bubble'

Tue, 17th May 2011
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Eli Pariser's TED talk highlights how Google's search personalisation can limit our perspectives, as two users get vastly different results for the same query.