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iGoogle vs Shadowbox

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

iGoogle

iGoogle

Online Services

iGoogle was a customizable homepage launched by Google in 2005. It allowed users to add widgets like weather, news, and Gmail to create a personalized homepage. iGoogle was discontinued in 2013 as usage declined.

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Shadowbox

Shadowbox

Photos & Graphics

Shadowbox is a JavaScript library that enables website users to view images, video, and other content in lightbox-style popups. It provides an elegant overlay display and rich media support without requiring Flash.

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