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Google toolbar gadgets; Search tip

Posted by Jacque on November 20th, 2008

New Google toolbar and handy gadgets
If you haven’t downloaded the new Google toolbar for Internet Explorer or Firefox, you’re missing out on some handy new gadgets.

I was particularly interested in the Google Maps gadget which pops up when you click on it, allowing you to use it without leaving the site you are on.  Find businesses (and reviews) or get driving directions.

While you are at it, you may want to check out the toolbar gadget gallery.  [via Lat Long Blog]

g-toolbar.png

Quick definition search
I saw this post awhile ago and was reminded that I ought to spend some time learning the ins and outs of Google search instead of just plugging in basic keywords that come to me.

The “define:” search command is an easy way to a dictionary function and it will likely give you several options.

In the Google search bar, enter define:[something] and try it out.     define.png

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