Black Google saves energy!


	Black Google saves energy!

My_CoMiCaL_RoMaNcE

8-1-2007 7:21 PM

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google, blackle

My_CoMiCaL_RoMaNcE says:

This way every time you load your Internet browser you will save a little bit of energy.Help us spread the word about Blackle by telling your friends and family to set it as their home page. If you have a blog then give us a mention. Or put the following text in your email signature:
"Blackle.com - Saving energy one search at a time".

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