Naraku893 Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 Each day, more and more people are discovering the wonders of the internet. The internet is used everywhere now, Ipods, ipads, watches, vehicles, basically every modern gaming system, and obviously computers. Nowadays if it doesn't have internet, it sucks. So what are people's favorite way of browsing the internet? People on their home computer using the internet will use some type of internet browser. Lets take a look at the most popular ones. Each one has differences that set them apart from the rest. [spoiler=Internet Explorer] Internet Explorer This is the default browser that comes with many computers. It has essentials right where you need them and for the most part isn't too cluttered.Ease of use: Internet Explorer is fairly intuitive and easy to use. User friendly. Security:Internet Explorer 8 has enhanced security features. It protects against viruses, spyware, pop–ups and phishing schemes. You can download additional security tools from the add–ons list on their homepage. You can also easily clear your personal information and stored cookies. Speed and compatibility:Internet Explorer is pretty quick. And while not technically the speediest browser, I had no issue when browsing and no problems with compatibility. [spoiler=Google Chrome]Google Chrome Google has joined the Internet browser competition full force with a very impressive entry, Chrome. Google Chrome takes a unique approach to browsing the web, combining top notch features with speed, compatibility, and simplicity. Ease of use:Google Chrome is fairly organized, and the simple interface is anything but cluttered. Google Chrome features are powerful and effective, yet simple to use. The frame is thin, and Google Chrome even allows users to launch certain web apps in their own window. Security:Chrome is safe and secure, protecting from phishing schemes, malware, pop-ups, and viruses. Chrome warns you if you’re about to access an unsafe website. You can have Chrome remember your passwords or opt not to. Speed and compatibility:Google Chrome is fast. I had no problem downloading or installing Chrome. Initializing Chrome for the first time of the day is very fast, as is the average time it takes to open subsequent times. Navigation time is remarkably fast as well. [spoiler=Opera] Opera I think this browser is the most under-rated of the bunch. This browser is different than the others. It is full of fun and entertaining features that will not only make surfing the web functional, but also fun. You can arrange panels and toolbars, download widgets, and you can also customize it with skins. Ease of use:The browser is user–friendly and because it is so customizable, it will adapt to you-not the other way around. All of the buttons are well labeled so you’ll have no problem finding what you’re looking for, even the first time you use the browser. Opera is fairly intuitive and simple to learn and use. Security:Opera allows you to customize your security settings. This browser protects against pop–ups, spyware, viruses and phishing schemes. You can also clear all of your personal information with just a click. Speed and compatibility:Opera claims to be the fastest browser on earth and on most accounts it delivers. Opera is fast at startup, fast at loading, and fast at running applications. However, Opera has had struggles with compatibility with some websites since it isn't as well known as Internet Explorer or Firefox. [spoiler=Firefox] Firefox This is my favorite internet browser. Ease of use:Firefox is well organized and intuitive. The browser has an easy–to–use interface that has all the essentials but isn’t cluttered. Firefox features are powerful and useful, yet simple. Firefox 3.5 has several additional features that further improve usability. Security:Firefox has integrated private browsing. With Firefox 3.5 you can easily enter and leave the private mode, browsing seamlessly in complete stealth. Furthermore, unlike other browser privacy modes, there is no noticeable icon or change to the interface in private mode. Firefox protects against viruses, spyware, malware, phishing, and pop–ups. Speed and compatibility:Firefox is a fast Internet browser and now it's even faster. Firefox 3.5 has upped the ante (twice as fast as the already competitive version 3), taking all web browsing and applications to the next level. [spoiler=Safari] Safari Safari focuses on being lightweight and non-obtrusive rather than customizable. Hence the sleek interface isn't bulky and the frame is only one pixel wide. Ease of use:If you are comfortable on a Mac, Safari comes naturally. Those unfamiliar with Macs may struggle at first. However, at the roots, Safari is similar to most of our top rated browsers and would be easy to figure out. Security:Safari blocks pop-ups, spyware, and viruses, but not phishing schemes. Clearing your history and information from forms is simple, especially with the development of Safari’s Full History Search option, which is a Mac-esc way of viewing where you’ve been on the Web. Speed and compatibility:Safari is a very fast browser, outperforming some on its native platform. The built in progress bar lets you see how fast it is actually going. Safari is compatible with most of the web. some information from internet-browser-review.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zierro Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 Mozilla Firefox. The interfaces along with the hot sexy fox are a lot easier on my eyes than the likes of Internet Explorer. I tried out Google Chrome for a week and it would lag and freeze too often. My computer and my eyes just won't get along with anything other than Firefox. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
champion Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 I used Chrome for months, until just recently switching back to Firefox. Chrome was fast and sleek, but it kept glitching out Facebook chat so I just switched back to Firefox. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naraku893 Posted December 11, 2010 Author Share Posted December 11, 2010 yeah seems as though firefox is more widely used than i once thought Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albel Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 Ive been using Google Chrome for months now. Never have had problems with it at all. By far my favorite. [hide=Quotes]Albel/JustinAlbel doesn't say anything anymore, just comes in, leaves an arrow and vanishes into the night :(Probablypractising some euphoniumYou nearly had me fooled, you fooler youEuphonium/10.9/10. To me, always associate Albel with musical stuff in OT.Everyone with a goatee and glasses is Albel now.lmfao albel m8 wat r u doin, hi though. [/hide][hide=Runescape Achievements]99 firemaking(2007), 99 woodcutting(2008), 99 fletching(2009), 99 magic(2010), 99 cooking(2010), 99 farming(2011), 99 construction(2011), 99 runecrafting(2012), 99 Hunter (2014), 99 ranged (2015), 99 HP (2015), 99 Slayer (2015), 99 attack (2015) 99 Defense (2015) 99 Prayer (2015) 99 Summoning (2015) 99 Strength(2015) 99 Herblore (2015) 99 Dungeoneering (2017) 99 Mining (2017) 99 Crafting (2017) 99 Smithing (2017) 99 Thieving (2017) 99 invention (2017) 99 Fishing (2018), 99 Divination (2018), 99 Agility (2018), MAXED (05/17/2018)[/hide] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K4ylan Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 Ive been using Google Chrome for months now. Never have had problems with it at all. By far my favorite. ~~~The Harpy List~~~Harpy Facts~~~It's Super Effective~~~The Beginning~~~Harpy Therapy Center~~~Alg~~~Jedi Harpy~~~Rohirrim~~~Attenuation~~~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Verminox Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 Chrome. Used Firefox once and got rid of it due to memory leak. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shiny Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 I use Firefox, for the most part. What it lacks in speed and lightweightedness, it more than makes up with its customizability. I would use chrome, but it always seems a bit glitchy on flash based websites and games. Safari, Opera and IE? Blueghh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dax Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 I use Firefox, but the only reason is because Chrome's ad-blocker is crap compared to Firefox's. #KERR2016/17/18/19/20/21. #rpgformod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obfuscator Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 Been using chrome since it came out, basically. "It's not a rest for me, it's a rest for the weights." - Dom Mazzetti Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maze Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 Firefox. Ad-block plus and other add-ons are great. I cannot get used to any other browser. Chrome is okay, I use it for some flash games if they are running slow. But IE? NOOOOO....NOOOOOO...that runs like absolute garbage on my computer. Never really used Opera, and Safari is slow/buggy on PCs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danqazmlp Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 Chrome. Once I switched I have never looked back. Want to be my friend? Look under my name to the left<<< and click the 'Add as friend' button!Big thanks to Stevepole for the signature!^ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giordano Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 http://www.technize.com/opera-vs-firefox-vs-internet-explorer-photographic-comparison/ I use Firefox. Never used Chrome or Opera and don't care to. Explorer is luls. Safari is Mac, so its lulz too. "The cry of the poor is not always just, but if you never hear it you'll never know what justice is." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skull Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 Chrome. I like it a better than firefox. Other than that I've only used IE. [bleep] the law, they can eat my dick that's word to Pimp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldJoe Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 I use Opera mostly. Sometimes Firefox too.I don't like Chrome at all. J'adore aussi le sexe et les snuff moviesJe trouve que ce sont des purs moments de vieJe ne me reconnais plus dans les gensJe suis juste un cas désespérantEt comme personne ne viendra me réclamerJe terminerai comme un objet retrouvé Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Star. Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 I use firefox. I would switch to chrome if it had an ad blocker, which last time I checked, it didn't. It may have now it now but I'm far too comfortable with firefox. ☢ CAUTION ☢ CAUTION ☢ CAUTION ☢ CAUTION ☢ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skull Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 It does have an ad-blocker. I personally think it's better than firefox's, but I never really messed with the one on firefox. [bleep] the law, they can eat my dick that's word to Pimp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Assume Nothing Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 Chrome or FF. I use FF at College with no problems, but I prefer to use Chrome at home. I just like the way it looks and feels, to be honest. I don't like going directly into a website when I type something into the search bar, sometimes you don't always get what you were looking for... EDIT - Hmm, I think I like Chrome because it's very easy to understand everything, it's just like IE, except with the features of FF. Plus it handles Java great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alg Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 Firefox. I tried Chrome around the time it came out. Didn't like it. I painted some stuff and put it on tumblr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dax Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 I use firefox. I would switch to chrome if it had an ad blocker, which last time I checked, it didn't. It may have now it now but I'm far too comfortable with firefox. It has one, but it only hides the ads, I don't think it actually blocks them. #KERR2016/17/18/19/20/21. #rpgformod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tripsis Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 I use Safari on my Mac and FireFox on my Windows PC. - 99 fletching | 99 thieving | 99 construction | 99 herblore | 99 smithing | 99 woodcutting - - 99 runecrafting - 99 prayer - 125 combat - 95 farming - - Blog - DeviantART - Book Reviews & Blog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Assume Nothing Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 I use firefox. I would switch to chrome if it had an ad blocker, which last time I checked, it didn't. It may have now it now but I'm far too comfortable with firefox. It has one, but it only hides the ads, I don't think it actually blocks them. That's actually good for legitimate websites, because you wouldn't get banned from those sites that require you to see those ads Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dupin Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 :oops: Them techies gonna flame. I like IE, alright? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevepole Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 I use Safari at home and on my work laptop I use both Chrome & Safari. I used to use FF a lot in high school but I grew sick of it. I tried Chrome but I keep running into some of the problems a couple of you did with it screwing up websites and crashing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Napalm Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 I use Firefox. I really tried to like Chrome, with it loading faster and whatnot, but I just can't stand not having all the same addons available in FireFox. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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