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(((From "Google Interiors" by Sandra Niehaus:)))
...I flipped my hand at the paper. “Yes, of course. You were saying, about the benefits?”
“Yes, well. So Google gives Interiors participants free access to valuable services like Google Handyman, which puts you in touch with free fixit support from professional contractors; Google Design, which brings you expert decoration suggestions from top interior designers, tailored to your particular preferences and home; Google Garagesale, which connects you with people who’d like to buy items they see in your house, and Google Yards, a tool that recommends plants and yard layouts based on your soil type, micro-climate, and usage patterns.”
I held up a finger. “Wait. That sounds kind of interesting, but what about security? I can’t have a bunch of strangers seeing what I have inside my house, that’d be a perfect tool for thieves.”
Dierdre smiled. “That’s why we include Google Defense in the services mashup, Ms. Niehaus. Google recently bought Blackwater USA – didn’t you hear? – and if I may say so you’d be crazy to pass up on the protection they can offer you.”
“Uh...” I swallowed.” I guess you’re right on that one.” I glanced out to the sidewalk, where my neighbors still stood, watching. The crowd had grown, and cars were cruising slowly by. “Look, I have to admit this is all a little overwhelming. There’s a lot to take in. And what’s with the helicopter?”
