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Google 101: Let's Explore The Basics Of Search And Beyond

Google needs no introduction, and if yes, you can get it on Google. It is a multinational technological company focusing on artificial intelligence, online advertising, cloud computing, quantum computing, etc. The company was founded in 1998 by two Ph.D. students named Larry Page and Sergey Brin. Derived from the word 'Googol,' a play that refers to numbers represented by one and followed by 100 zeros. This article will tell you some basics of Google; walk through it to understand the topic. 

Let's check out how to start with Google

Google is mainly used to search for any word, question, keyword, etc. So to know about how it works, here is a simple process: 

  • To begin with, visit the Google search engine page from your device

  • On the search bar, type a word, question, keyword, or anything you want to search, and click on the 'search' button 

  • The result page displays various links and information 

  • Select the one that suits your question and review it 

  • Besides, you can also apply filters based on images, videos, maps, etc, to be more precise 

Google Products and Services 

Today you cannot imagine your life without Google; from Google Maps to driver to the play store, we depend on Google in one way or another. So here listed some of the most common Google products that you use: 

  • Gmail 

  • Google search engine

  • Google map 

  • Google workspace

  • Google Classroom

  • Google Docs

  • Google sheet

  • Google Play

  • Google Drive and more 

How to use Google products and services? 

Regardless of the Google product you use, the most important thing you need is a Google account. Once you have your account, you can access the desired Google product and services. Let's check out how to create a Gmail account: 

Create a Google account:

  • To start with, you need to go to the google sign in page 

  • Then click on the link 'compose a new Gmail account.'

  • You need to generate a password for your account 

  • Once done, click on continue and follow the prompts to complete the account creation process 

Recover your Google account: 

  • In case you already have a Gmail account, go to the sign-in page 

  • Enter your email and click on the tab 'forgot password.'

  • Select one suitable recovery option from the page 

  • If you choose 'phone number, ' a verification code will be sent to the number 

  • Enter the code you receive in the code box to verify

  • Once the account is verified, create a new password and follow the prompts.

Secure your Google account:

When creating the Google account, the system asks you to provide recovery information such as registered phone number, recovery email id, security questions, etc. Provide all the information because you might need them to recover your account in case the credentials are lost. Whereas if you don't have this information, recovering your account might be difficult. 

Conclusion: Going through the information above, you must be clear about the basics of Google. However, if you have any doubts or need more details, speak to the Google support team directly. How can I Reach a Human at Google? If unsure, go to the Google support page and access the toll-free number. You can make a call on it and follow IVR, a Google agent will join you soon.