Don't Be Evil -- The Company Policy

Google's "Don't Be Evil" policy ratcheted up a notch today.  The search engine giant announced its statement of software principles directed against the growing trend of spyware and "browser hijacking" on less than reputable websites.  The principles emphasize full disclosure to users about software installations, mechanisms for simple removal, and transparent policies about data collection.  The statement provides an early indication of the company's non-evil policy in action.