Freeloader Friday Download of the Week

Do-it-Yourself Google Browser

With our set of Extensions you can transform Firefox into a true Google browser, with Gmail, Search, Maps and more integrated into the application.

1. Google Browser Sync - This new extension from Google syncs your bookmarks, cookies, history and passwords. The extension, which syncs cross-platform also preserves your previously open tabs when you launch your browser again.

2. Google Toolbar 2.0 - This toolbar can be set to replace the integrated search box. You can search the given page, any of a number of Google services all while enjoying auto-complete.

3. GDirections - This third-party extension adds right-click options for searching Google Maps. Highlight an address on a webpage, and with a right-click you can get directions to the location from a preset home address or bring up a map of the location.

4. Google Calendar Quick Add - If you use Calendar, this extension makes adding a calendar event as quick as a keystroke. Click control-; and type in something like "Dentist Appointment, Thursday at 4:30" and an appointment will appear on your default calendar.

5. Google Calendar Notifier - This extension can trackmultiple calendars and will show alerts for events in your status bar.

6. Blogger Web Comments - This Google extension shows you comments from the blogosphere related to the page you are viewing (not just blogspot blogs either).

7. Gmail Manager - Track multiple Gmail accounts. Auto log-in to all your Gmail accounts and get the number of unread in your status bar.

8. Gmail Skins - Not shown above, this extension provides added layout options to Gmail, including float-while-you-scroll menus and enhanced views.

Even with some assembly required, a Google browser is not out of reach. Join me next week for more great free downloads.

Brian

  


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