Google denies wanting Napster

The New York Post, citing anonymous sources, said the web search leader was mulling an extensive alliance with Napster, which could include an "outright acquisition" of the subscription music service.

"We have no plans to acquire Napster, nor do we have plans to develop a music store at this time," Google spokeswoman Sonya Boralv said in a statement.

I agree. Google is most likely to provide a meta-search of online music stores, and seek a commission on sales. More...