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Google's parent company, Alphabet Inc., has remained a corporation and has not switched to a limited liability company (LLC). However, there might be specific subsidiaries or smaller entities within Alphabet or Google that have been structured as LLCs for various reasons. Here are some possible reasons why a company might switch from an Inc. to an LLC or use an LLC structure:

1. Tax Flexibility:
   - Pass-Through Taxation: LLCs can offer pass-through taxation, where profits are taxed at the individual owner's tax rate rather than being subject to corporate tax rates.
   - Tax Advantages: Depending on the business structure and goals, LLCs can provide tax advantages in certain situations.

2. Simplicity and Flexibility:
   - Less Formality: LLCs typically have fewer formalities and administrative requirements compared to corporations. This can simplify management and operations.
   - Flexible Management: LLCs offer more flexibility in how the business is managed and structured.

3. Legal Protections:
   - Limited Liability: Both LLCs and corporations provide limited liability protection to their owners, but LLCs may offer more straightforward legal protections in certain scenarios.

4. Ownership Structure:
   - Member Flexibility: LLCs can have an unlimited number of members, including individuals, corporations, and other LLCs. This flexibility can be beneficial for certain business arrangements.
   - Distribution Flexibility: LLCs can distribute profits and losses in a manner that does not necessarily correspond to ownership percentages, allowing for more tailored financial arrangements.

5. Operational Needs:
   - Business Segmentation: Large corporations like Alphabet might use LLCs to segment different parts of their business operations for organizational and strategic purposes.
   - Specific Projects: LLCs can be used for specific projects or ventures, offering a flexible and adaptable structure for temporary or project-based initiatives.

If a specific entity within Google or Alphabet has changed its structure from Inc. to LLC, it would be for strategic, operational, or tax-related reasons that best suit that particular part of the business. However, as of the last update, Alphabet Inc. itself remains a corporation.