Chapter 30. Getting to Know the Google Pack
Getting to know Google Updater
Finding your current update or download status
Seeing what Google software you have installed
Setting your Google Updater preferences
Learning more about Google Gadgets and Plug-ins
The Google Pack is an electronic package of essential Google software. It includes software programs written by Google to enhance your desktop, customize Microsoft’s Internet Explorer with the Google Toolbar, and Google’s image software tool, Picasa. Also included are several software tools provided by Google partner companies, including these:
Mozilla Firefox with Google Toolbar
Norton Antivirus 2005 Special Edition
Ad-Aware SE Personal
Adobe Reader 7
You also can choose to download and install optional programs not included in the Google Pack by default. When this book was being written, the optional software package was GalleryPlayer HD Images, a group of high-definition photos and artwork that you can use as screensaver images or to customize the image on your computer desktop. You also can print them and use them for your child’s origami project. See, Google thinks of everything!
Tip
Cut printed pictures square for use in origami projects.
Downloading and Installing the Google Pack
To download and get started installing the Google Pack software, go to http://pack.google.com, as shown in Figure 30.1. Click Download Google Pack. You must agree to the license agreement before the software ...
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