It was plain. It was simple. And that is what many people still like to see on the Google home page. Now, those people who want to add a bit of variety can do so.

“Google’s new package of decorations, also known as “skins,” are designed to make the home page feel even more homey, said Marissa Mayer, the company’s vice president of search products and user experience.”

link: Google adds decorative themes to home page

It will be interesting to see how Google turns this into a means of generating revenue. Perhaps I am becoming a cynic.

Catherine Forsythe
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