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Google Buzz vs Hubzilla

A side-by-side look at Google Buzz and Hubzilla. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Google Buzz

Google Buzz

Social & Communications

Google Buzz was a social networking and messaging platform launched by Google in 2010. It was integrated into the company's Gmail webmail service, with the stated goal of helping users communicate more efficiently. Buzz allowed sharing of text, photos, videos, and links.

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Hubzilla

Hubzilla

Social & Communications

Hubzilla is a decentralized social networking platform built on web server software called Elgg. It allows users to own and control their own data and social interactions without relying on a centralized service. Hubzilla supports privacy-enhanced features like OStatus and Zot for federated social networking.

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