Mountain View-Based Google Launches "Checkout" Service

Mountain View, Calif. -- Google, the Mountain View-based Internet search giant, on Thursday launched its new online shopping tool, touted by some as an alternative to the well-established PayPal. Google Checkout is designed to allow shoppers to purchase from participating stores with a single login, and also works with the company's AdWords search advertising program. Once shoppers fill out their initial enrollment form from the site of a participating merchant, they can use the same username and password to avoid filling in forms on future purchases. They can also keep track of their purchase history, including orders and shipping details, in one place. The service also includes security features, concealing the buyer's credit card number and providing reimbursement for unauthorized purchases.
http://checkout.google.com
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