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Posted: Thu, August 25, 2005
Google launches communications client enabling VoIP and IMby Sali Earls Google have launched Google Talk, a downloadable Windows application that enables users of Google's web based email package, Gmail, to quickly and easily talk or communicate via instant messaging for free. Google is focused on developing innovative technologies that enhance people's lives, and Google Talk encourages and simplifies instant communication across the web. "At Google, we're continually investing in areas where we can make technological change, and we recognise the importance of efficient instant communications and information exchange," said Georges Harik, director, Product Management, Google Inc. "Google Talk further enriches our users' communications experience, whether they choose to communicate via email, IM, or a call." Google Talk was developed to make it faster and easier for people to connect to the information they need. Key features include:
Gmail users can download Google Talk by visiting www.google.com/talk. Once they download the application, they can begin inviting others by clicking "Add friend" from the Google Talk interface. Those invited to Google Talk will also receive a free Gmail account, if they do not currently have one. Google Talk requires a Gmail username and password, and users can try both Gmail and Google Talk, and begin inviting colleagues, friends and family to talk with them for free over email, IM or a voice call. Google Talk adds Voice over IP and instant messaging to Google's arsenal of internet tools, and this offering is a very attractive proposition to companies considering virtual teamworking. |
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