Airtel Broadband Users Get Google

Bharti Airtel Broadband and Telephone Services (B&TS), and Google have
teamed-up to bring Web-based services to Airtel Broadband Internet customers.

As per the agreement, Airtel will offer it's Broadband customers a portal that includes Google search; Gmail with 2GB storage; spam filter and Web access and POP access; Google Talk IM/chatting service; Google docs and spreadsheets; on-demand gaming and music download service; and advanced utility/communication applications such as NetXpert, desktop and Internet security services, etc.

Airtel customers will also get to personalize their Internet start page with preferred content, including news, blog postings, weather, etc through Google 'Gadgets'. With access to the portal, customers will be able to better access their email or search the Web or connect with friends.

And all services will be able to be accessed with a single sign-on, completely free-of-cost.

Atul Bindal, president of Airtel Broadband and Telephone Services, said, "By offering an enhanced broadband experience to our customers that is powered by Google, Airtel strengthens its commitment to innovation and collaboration. With this partnership, we are moving a step ahead on our 'three screen philosophy' where we target meeting the infotainment needs of our consumer on the three screens of his TV, PC, and mobile."

Shailesh Rao, managing director of Google India, said, "Google is committed to enriching the online experience of users in India. We are delighted to work with Airtel to promote the use of Google services amongst its broadband users."

courtesy: http://www.techtree.com/India/News/Airtel_Broadband_Users_Get_Google/551-82653-613.html