Wednesday, August 30, 2006

Google Library Project: Download the classics

Official Google Blog: Download the classics

All I can say is....It's about time! This is a worthy endeavor that should have been done years ago. Well, it's finally happened. I realize there was (still are, I guess) a lot of people up-in-arms about this, but in the end, this will be a good thing. Just like certain bands who encourage the sharing of their music online to build their fan base, this book sharing is going to allow a world of people to experience books they otherwise may never have had the chance to see. As an author, wouldn't you want your published works to be read by more people? Isn't that the real reason you became an author?

Anyway, be sure to check out Google Book Search, and maybe you will rediscover an old classic.

Friday, August 25, 2006

Official Google Blog: How to move Ramses II

Official Google Blog: How to move Ramses II

We've all seen people having houses moved, and there have even seen 200 year old trees dug up and moved, but they all pale in comparison now. This is REALLY cool.

In case you don't have Google Earth, you should try it out. It's pretty amazing. Get it for free here.