Unknown facts about Google

1. Garage Origins: Google's first office was in a garage owned by Susan Wojcicki, who later became the CEO of YouTube. The garage was rented to Larry Page and Sergey Brin in 1998 for $1,700 a month.

2. Goats at Google: To mow the lawns at their headquarters, Google rents goats. The goats graze on the grass, providing an eco-friendly and novel approach to lawn maintenance.

3. No "I'm Feeling Lucky": The "I'm Feeling Lucky" button on the Google homepage, which directly takes users to the first search result, costs Google around $110 million in revenue each year as users bypass the paid advertisements.

4. Googleplex Perks: Google's main headquarters, known as the Googleplex, offers a range of unique perks for employees, including free gourmet meals, on-site medical services, and even the use of colorful bicycles to get around the campus.

5. No Academic Requirements: Google doesn't require employees to have a college degree. Many successful individuals at Google have diverse educational backgrounds and experiences.

6. 20% Time: Google encourages employees to spend 20% of their workweek on personal projects or ideas. Some of Google's successful products, including Gmail and Google News, originated from this 20% time.

7. Google's Birthday: While officially incorporated on September 4, 1998, Google often celebrates its birthday on September 27. This date marks the day when the company was first publicly launched.

8. Unused Easter Eggs: Google has hidden various Easter eggs in its products. For instance, in Google Search, typing "do a barrel roll" or "askew" triggers amusing visual effects.

9. The Google Logo: The Google logo is not static; it undergoes occasional changes. The first Google Doodle was created in 1998 when the founders attended the Burning Man festival and wanted to notify users of their absence.

10. Data Storage on DNA: Google has explored unconventional data storage methods. In 2013, it partnered with researchers to store a Google logo on DNA strands, showcasing the potential of DNA for long-term data storage.

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