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Google is for searching, right? Well, not entirely. You can use the Google search bar to perform some other useful functions. Here are three:
1. Calculator
I use Google's calculator function a lot - particularly when working out VAT.

2. Currency Convertor
I discovered this one today. Up to now, I'd been using xe.com. I don't know which is more accurate. Google's rates are provided by Citibank. XE's rates are "mid-market rates" taken from "a variety of sources." My guess is that XE's are more accurate, but the difference is usually minor.

3. World Clock
The "time in city x" function is particularly useful if you are about to send an instant message to someone in another country, particularly a business contact. Just because someone is online doesn't mean they are at work!