Last week, Google rolled out a beta of its highly-anticipated new social networking platform, Google+. But having played with Google+ over the last few days, I think that it may find a home in a somewhat unexpected market: the workplace. Hangouts, Google+’s killer app for remote teams. MORE >>

There’s more to Google Calendar (GCal) than meets the eye. The difference is that with Google Calendar, even the smallest tweak can change it from a simple list of appointments to a comprehensive business tool. This may seem like common sense — after all, many people use Google Calendar to record their tasks. MORE >>

I’ve been using a new Google Chromebook — specifically the Samsung Series 5 550 — since I bought it for $449 about a month ago. Related to the first tip is the use of an online file conversion tool. With Chrome OS, Google has added more “desktop platform” style window management. Convert.png to.jpg. MORE >>

Reactions to Google’s new social networking tool, Buzz , appear to be divided between those who think it will topple Facebook and those who have already discounted it. We’ll also look at some ways to share messages and links via Buzz with specific groups, which could make it a useful tool for the workplace. Web Life. MORE >>

Google has updated the interface on Google Docs to help users navigate and sort through the increasing number of files they’re storing and editing in the cloud. The update includes new filters for document types, preview tools, priority sorting and new features for grabbing and sharing documents. Google Google Docs MORE >>