A web browser is an essential software program that every PC must have. Without it, you won't be able to access the Internet.
One popular web browser is Firefox (created by Mozilla). Well, it maybe not as well-known as Internet Explorer (which comes with every Windows OS), but from my experience, it's definitely BETTER.
First of all, it's FREE. You can get it here.
Internet Explorer (IE) can only be used in a computer with a Windows OS. Safari (a default Mac web browser) -- I'm not sure. I haven't tried using it.
In terms of security, Firefox is equipped with phising protection (for online financial information processing), a pop-up blocker, and an anti-spyware feature.
The Tab Browsing
The tab feature was first used in Firefox (IE also has it now on its latest version, IE 7). The 'tab' is like a semi-window which opens at the very same window that you are using when web browsing. For me, it's a very useful feature, since you don't have to open a new window for several links. A lot of opened windows make my eyes sore.
Speed - This is where Firefox gets its edge.
I did an experiment in order to determine which has a faster download speed: IE7 or Firefox2. Since both shows the average rate when downloading a file, the experiment is not hard to do. I just downloaded the same file from the same website. Of course, my bandwith speed/internet connection speed is constant.
The result: Firefox can download up to TWICE faster than IE. I am so sure of that. I dunno why. It just does.
Firefox Plug-ins: Weeee!
Plug-ins are mini-installers that you incorporate in a main program to improve its functionality or appearance. There are dozens of plug-ins available for Firefox (but not on IE).
What's on my browser now are the ff.:
- Orbit Video Downloader: grab videos from popular video streaming sites (YouTube, etc.)
- FoxyTunes: a mini iTunes player is embedded on the lower portion of the browser where you can control music playback while surfing. Realy nice =)
- Dictionary: when installed, just right-click on any English word on a website, and a balloon that appears will tell you its meaning.
You can also customize and change the look and feel of your Firefox web browser by downloading skins or themes
Cool huh?
End your suffering. Get Mozilla Firefox 2 now.
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Listening to: Fountains of Wayne - Stacy's Mom
via FoxyTunes
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