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Gmail - Web Tool 2.0

Image result for gmail Gmail is one of the top apps I used for many years; throughout high school and college. It is a free, web-based email service developed by Google. Gmail can be used on any phone, tablet, laptop or computer.  This app is very useful in communicating with other colleagues and professionals around the globe. The reason why it is commonly used is because it is a fast, reliable form of communication. It has a large storage space to save emails, the app allows you to organize emails, and you can universally reach people who have expressed interest in a product or site.

Image result for gmailFor my future profession as a physician, I will be using Gmail to contact patients and colleagues regarding confidential information. In the professional fields, you can use this app for giving instructions, serving documentation, making recommendations, and even making an inquiry. At Stockton, I have utilized the app when emailing professors and students. I often sent myself essays, assignments, and projects to save any work.



This is the video showcasing a tutorial on how to use Gmail and why it is so important to me.



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