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Google Video was a computer service launched by Google in January 2005. Initially, it allowed users to search closed-captioned text from television broadcasts. A few months later, Google began accepting user-submitted videos, allowing creators to set prices for downloads. In 2006, Google Video Store offered premium content from companies like CBS and Sony.

However, Google was unable to compete with the rapidly growing YouTube, which launched in 2005. YouTube quickly became the preferred platform for users to upload and share videos. Recognizing YouTube's dominance, Google acquired it in 2006 for $1.65 billion in stock. Google Video was eventually shut down in 2012, with its content moved to YouTube. As of 2023, YouTube is a leading social media platform with billions of users worldwide.12

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