It’s hard to imagine that the search engine Google has been around for 20 years. Born on September 27th, 1998, Google first launched its webpage which was a simple search browser. Now, if we look back on its technological prowess, we can appreciate just how far the company has come. Despite it now being owned by Alphabet, let’s reminisce on all the things Google has done.
First off, for their 20th anniversary, they released a list of the most popular searches over the course of its lifetime. Here are some of the ones that really stand out: “Caitlyn Jenner,” “Lamar Odom,” “Hurricane Irma,” and “Prince.” These are some of the top searches in the few years prior, but they each have cultural significance which shows how Google consistently remains a reflection of society.
Another cool feature being celebrated for their 20th birthday is that Google Maps has made a replica of the original garage in which the company had its humble begins. Packed with easter eggs, you can use your street view to find and explore the garage of Susan Wojcicki, where things all began.
How are you going to celebrate Google’s 20th birthday? From search engine to full on technology mogul, the company’s growth over the past 20 years warrants some sort of celebration. Without it, society would be completely lost.
