What is it?

iGoogle

• iGoogle was launched in May 2005 by Google.• It is a very useful homepage similar to other

sites. Some examples include Netvibes and My Yahoo!

iGoogle

• Here are the basics of iGoogle:• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pbf0dlESX8E

How can iGoogle help users?

• iGoogle can provides users with quick and easy service. From checking the weather, watching a video on YouTube, or even reading your email, iGoogle provides a perfect homepage where everything is on the single screen.

Themes

• On iGoogle, there is a feature that allows users to change their theme to what they want it to be.

• Here are some examples:

Gadgets• Also on iGoogle is the feature of many gadgets. Some tools help

with organization while others are there for entertainment. You can also add and delete gadgets when your interests changes

• Some examples are:• Google calendar• Daily Horoscopes• Google Translator• Hulu Video Streamer • Podcast Streamer• And much more!http://www.google.com/ig/directory?start=7

Weather and Time

News

Gmail

Youtube

There’s Still More!!!

• Not all of the themes and gadgets were shown. There is still a major feature that was not presented.

• That feature is…

RSS

RSS in iGoogle

• Stay up to date with your latest blogs and news feeds. ( An example is the Room 110 Blog and the Mr. M Blog)