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Gmail History and Features

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How much free storage did Gmail initially offer when it started in 2004?

5 gigabytes

1 gigabyte (correct)

50 megabytes

15 megabytes

What was one of the reasons why some people thought Gmail was a joke?

It was launched with only 1 megabyte of storage

It was launched on a Sunday

It was launched on April Fools' Day (correct)

It was launched by a new company

What is one of the new features of Gmail mentioned in the text?

A feature to send emails to multiple people at once

A button to delete all emails at once

A feature to change the email font style

An 'undo send' button (correct)

How many people use Gmail according to the text?

<p>More than 1.7 billion people</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the PC Mag website say about Gmail?

<p>It is so fixed in so many people's lives that hardly anyone thinks much about it</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Gmail Launch and Initial Storage

Gmail launched in 2004 with an unprecedented free storage offer of 1 GB, significantly more than competitors at the time.

Initial Skepticism

Some users perceived Gmail as a joke because its initial invite-only access and massive storage seemed too good to be true, leading to doubts about its legitimacy.

New Features

A recently introduced feature includes integrated tools such as Google Meet, enhancing communication and collaboration directly within the Gmail interface.

User Base

Gmail boasts over 1.5 billion users worldwide, reflecting its widespread adoption and popularity.

PC Mag's Assessment

PC Mag described Gmail as a "game changer" owing to its innovative features, user-friendly interface, and substantial storage capacity, setting a new standard in email services.

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Learn about the history of Gmail, its features and its impact on the email industry. Discover how it started, its innovative features and its success story.