Google is a technology company best known for its search engine, which helps users find information online by typing in keywords or questions. Founded in 1998, it has expanded into various services, including email (Gmail), cloud storage (Google Drive), and mapping (Google Maps). Google also develops the Android operating system for smartphones and owns platforms like YouTube. The company focuses on organizing the world's information and making it universally accessible and useful, often utilizing advanced algorithms and data analysis to improve user experience and deliver relevant results.