Browser of Choice

There are plenty of things that should be considered when it comes to browsing. But, the first one is the Browser itself and there's a chance that you're still use Microsoft Internet Explorer.

Internet Explorer is the worst choice

If you really care about your privacy, security, productivity and speed, you must change your browser-of-choice into the other popular free browsers (such as Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, Opera, or Apple Safari) Not to mention Internet Explorer is a failure, but the recent research by some users and editors claimed that this Microsoft's browser standard's JavaScript not as snappy as with some other browsers, uses more memory than Firefox, no download manager, Windows-only and many more lacking.

Delivering speed is another issue to consider when choosing a browser. Though all browsers today are much faster than they were a long time ago, the obvious winner—at least as far as JavaScript rendering—is Chrome. But Safari isn't far behind and Firefox is right in the mix and the once-snappiest Opera now following them from behind. JavaScript rendering is crucial for advanced sites, which are behaving more and more like applications rather than static pages.

In terms of features and customizability, Firefox, IE, Opera, and Safari all surpass the stripped Chrome. But, no browser can come close to Firefox in both its extensions and theming capabilities (Firefox is extremely customizable!!). Mozilla's "Fashion My Firefox" and "Personas" (take a look at the latest version of Firefox) tools make it simple for beginner users to customize the browser to their tastes. IE also has an add-on capability, but there's nowhere near the ecosystem for it as there is for Firefox. True, only IE offers WebSlices and Accelerators, which deliver up-to-date data to you with little trouble inside the browser, but few sites presently support WebSlices.

The Conclusion

Now, what are you waiting for? Choose it wisely.

Firefox 3.6

With version 3.6, Firefox shows its winning combination by emerging Web standards and extend to improve speed. With the private browsing mode, improved tab handling, and incredible customizability, and you have the obvious champion.

Google Chrome 2

This version of the fastest browser gets even faster and adds a few features its more grown competitors already offer. But Chrome yet goes after in gadget and customisability.

Internet Explorer 8

The latest version of the world's leading browser delivers category-leading security and adds some pretty slick browsing aids, such as WebSlices and Accelerators. It defaults to a more standards-compliant mode, but yet offers a backward compatibility button. A prognostic address bar brings it closer to Firefox, but the lack of a download handler hold the browser back.

Opera 10.1

This version of Opera is faster, has better standards support and includes lots of unique browsing helpers. But some sites still don't play well on the Opera stage.

Safari 4

Safari offers good deal of eye candy, with its Cover Flow history display. Some clever interface inventions, runner-up speed, and site compatibility make it a nice choice overall. For Mac users, the Safari 4 upgrade is requires little thought, but Windows users will probably prefer Firefox or Chrome as IE alternatives.