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Google Buzz vs OAuth

A side-by-side look at Google Buzz and OAuth. 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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OAuth

OAuth

Security & Privacy

OAuth is an open standard authorization protocol that allows users to grant third-party access to their web resources without sharing their passwords. It allows access delegation without giving away full credentials.

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