Google released a new version of the desktop search triggered privacy concerns

Beijing on February 10th news, according to foreign media reports, Google on Thursday released the latest version of the desktop search tool, which joined the remote organization and information, new features and shared with friends etc.. But to achieve this function, the user must copy the personal files to the Google server, and then turn back to their PC. There is no doubt that the new software Google desktop software overlord Microsoft launched a more powerful challenge, but also gives users privacy concerns.

Search tools Google Desktop through the Google desktop, users can search all kinds of data stored in the PC, including documents, e-mail and other personal information mail list. The latest version of Google Desktop 3 is added to the remote organization and find information, as well as sharing with friends and other new features, to achieve these features, the user must authorize Google to store relevant information within 30 days. The old version of the Google desktop search tool can only retrieve files without having to store files in Google.

If the user agrees to store the data in the Google server, they can use it at home, at work, or even on a plane by any computer. Google said that the new version of the desktop search tool can help users more convenient and efficient search and share information. Marisa, vice president of Google - (Marissa Mayer), said: many users need to work between multiple computers, Google Desktop 3 will make them more relaxed." Market research firm Gartner analysis is Allen - (Allen Weiner), said consumers need such convenience.

However, the network privacy protection organization Electronic Frontier Foundation questioned the new features of Google desktop search tool. The organization's lawyer Fred van (Fred von Lohmann), said: "if the new function of user selected Google desktop search tool, will face a huge risk of privacy protection." Consumers are already starting to store files on the tech company's servers, such as millions of people posting photos on Kodak Gallery and Shutterfly sites, and apple has a similar storage service.

Meijer said: in a sense, the user's privacy in exchange for value-added services. If you want to get a driver's license, first of all need to inform the state government of your eyes and hair color. Google desktop search tool uses a similar approach." Vayner also said: the new version of Google desktop search tool will bring some trouble to the user, but eventually will be accepted. Connecting multiple devices will be welcomed by users."