Google's fast-growing Meet video tool getting Zoom-like format, Gmail link

Google will allow trade and coaching consumers on Gmail.com to directly take calls on its video conferencing device Meet starting Thursday, a brand spanking new serve as being offered since the Alphabet Inc unit seeks to capitalize on protection and other issues with rival services and products.
Google will allow business and education users on Gmail.com to directly take calls on its video conferencing tool Meet starting Thursday, a new feature being offered as the Alphabet Inc unit seeks to capitalize on security and other concerns with rival services.Original article
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