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Google to change terms to use your identity in ads

File-This Jan. 3, 2013 file photo shows a Google sign at the company's headquarters in Mountain View, Calif. Google wants your permission to use your name, photo and product reviews in ads that it sells to businesses. The Internet search giant is changing its terms of service starting Nov. 11. Your reviews of restaurants, shops and products, as well as songs and other content bought on the Google Play store could show up in ads that are displayed to your friends and connections when they search on Google. You can opt out of sharing.

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