Introduction. 2

1. What is a browser?. 3

1.1 Full screen browsers.. 3

1.2 Browsers with multimedia support. 4

2. Overview of the most popular browsers. 8

2.1 Internet Explorer 8 browser

2.3 Netscape Navigator 10

2.6 Safari for Windows XP or Vista. 20

3. Alternative browsers.. 22

4. The prevalence of browsers and their capabilities. 24

Conclusion. 25

Many programmers and ordinary users who have an understanding of programming have created special tools.

The most important of them are browsers - special programs that allow you to view the contents of the Internet. The browser allows you to access all the information resources of the network. Using the browser, you can view and download pictures, sound and video files, various textual information (electronic books, news, magazines, jokes), etc.

There are several types of browsers:

1.browser command line mode. This type includes the earliest browsers. They do not allow you to view text and graphics. These browsers only support navigation using digital addresses (IP). Currently, they are practically not used, so we will not consider them in detail.

2. full screen browser. Text browser without support for multimedia (pictures, animation, etc.) Internet resources. It only allows you to view text and links.

3.Browser with multimedia support. The most common and popular browsers today. They allow you to work with almost all types of information presented on the Internet.

There are also so-called browser add-ons. They are add-ons for full-featured browsers. Add-ons use the “engine” of this browser to display sites. Add-ons just change the interface and add some features that the developers from Microsoft have ignored.

Browser (from the English. browse - browse, leaf through) is a special program that allows you to view the contents of the Internet. It allows access to all information resources of the network. Using the browser, you can view and download pictures, sound and video files, various text information (electronic books, news, magazines, jokes), etc.

Since most users are accustomed to surfing the Internet using browsers that support multimedia, we should not completely forget those that display only text. Of course, browsers of this kind are rarely used, but their page loading speed is impressive. Without graphic and design elements, as well as without tables, many pages load almost instantly. One of the most popular full-screen browsers is Lynix, which is included with the Lynix operating system. Let's consider it in more detail.

The undoubted advantages of the Lynix browser are that it can run on very old computers, as well as a significant acceleration in page loading times due to the lack of graphic elements and pictures. The latter quality may not always be considered an advantage, but if you need to go to a page on the Internet only to evaluate its content, then sometimes it is worth using Lynix. Moreover, it works perfectly "paired" with a browser that supports the display of graphics.

Lynix is ​​a very convenient browser, easy to set up, fully Russified. Distributed on a disk bundled with the operating system Lynix. Therefore, the vast majority of Lynix users work in a Lynix environment. Undoubtedly, the graphical interface and the ability to use tables significantly increase the information content of the page and facilitate its perception. However, do not forget about the existence of the Lynix browser, which in some cases is very convenient.

The most common and informative browsers. 99% of users of the global Internet intensively and daily use the capabilities of these browsers. Most commonly used: Internet Explorer, Opera, Mozilla, Netscape Navigator. Below we will look at each of them in more detail, but first a brief history of the creation of such browsers.

The very first graphics-enabled browser was Mosaic, created at the NCSA by a group of students at Indiana State University. Mosaic was very popular, since before that there was not a single program that allows you to view graphics on the Internet, especially since it was distributed free of charge. After some time, the ability to view animations, listen to sound files and work with applications on a remote computer was added.

One of the students, Mark Andreesen, later founded Mosaic Communications, a server software company. To popularize the idea of ​​the Internet and increase demand for its products, the company created the Mozilla browser. It supported the main formats of graphic files, allowed you to work with sound, and the latest Internet technologies were used in its creation. But under this name, the program did not last long, as the NCSA sued Mosaic Communications for using the Mosaic trademark in the company name. After that, the browser gets the name Navigator, and the company is renamed Netscape in April 1984.

The name of this browser has gone down in history for a different reason. It so happened that the Mosaic code served as the basis for the creation of such well-known programs as Netscape and Internet Explorer (IE was not written from scratch - the code for one of the earlier versions of Mosaic was bought by Microsoft). And this means that Netscape and Internet Explorer, which were developed using the Mosaic code, are siblings.

The early 1990s was a turbulent time for the software world. Windows did not yet reign supreme, and the freedom to distribute and develop software allowed many different operating systems to coexist.

Naturally, each of them offered its users several graphical browsers to choose from at once. You can remember Voyager for Amiga OS, OmniWeb for NeXTstep, NetPositive for BeOS and many lesser known ones. Many of these programs continue to develop today thanks to the efforts of enthusiasts and small companies.

In the second half of the 90s. commercialization of software began, in which the young company Microsoft played an important role.

The spread of the Internet has created millions of users who have become tempting prey for companies that prefer to make money from software. Economic upheavals have come in the software world and into browsers. Built into the increasingly widespread Windows operating system, the Internet Explorer browser easily dealt with small competitors and entered into a confrontation with, perhaps, the most widespread at that time, Netscape. Strong rears in the form of well-selling, open-source Windows turned out to be a decisive factor, and by the beginning of the 21st century, almost 90% of users roamed the virtual world using Internet Explorer.

The world received a program that does not need to get used to, it is installed on the vast majority of computers around the world, and wherever the user goes to the Internet, he would everywhere get a familiar interface that does not require time to master and study the features of work.

But the elimination of all significant competitors contributed to the fact that the developers of Internet Explorer lost the incentive to further improve their program. While Internet technologies continued to develop rapidly, IE remained almost the same as it was at the time of its "birth".

We can say that from 1998 to the present day, this browser has not changed much. This situation did not suit many talented programmers, and alternative browsers still continued to develop.

The defeated Netscape, having switched to free development principles in 1999, was reborn as the Mozilla browser, which gained a decent share of users thanks to free distribution, thoroughly redesigned code, cross-platform, and a lot of improvements that Internet Explorer lacks.

Over its six-year history, the Mozilla browser has become a powerful program with a whole range of useful features: in addition to the browser itself, the package includes an email and news client, an instant messaging program, an HTML code debugger, and much more. A group of enthusiasts volunteered to continue working on the popular program on their own, but without the strong support of the main core of the development team, the browser will no longer be able to remain a bright figure in the market.

Its history does not end there: a worthy successor has grown from this project to this day in the form of a fast and convenient Firefox browser, Thunderbird mail program, Minimo browser for mobile devices and several other useful applications. Again, the almost forgotten Netscape is making attempts to revive: a test version is available today, which incorporates both successful Mozilla solutions and the functional features of the former rival Internet Explorer.

Another "patriarch", who managed to survive the first browser wars, was born fifteen years ago in snowy Norway.

Why its creator, Jon von Techner, chose the name Opera remains a mystery, but the short catchy name and the scarlet letter "O" as an emblem caught the attention of users. And the hopes of the curious were not deceived: the browser turned out to be not only fast and convenient, but with each new version it offered more and more revolutionary solutions that improved user experience and later became de facto standards for other similar programs.

Hello our readers! As you know: “Felt-tip pens are different in taste and color!” When deciding which browser to choose, users are guided by their tastes and preferences. However, the choice is also influenced by the quality of the product offered, its convenience and safety. So what to choose, and what to pay attention to - we'll talk in this article.

Internet Explorer

One of the "oldest" browsers, it is included with all versions of Windows. The company did not pay due attention to the browser, as a result of which it lost its former popularity and was recognized by many users as unsuitable for professional use. The protection of user data was frankly “limping”, and the speed of completing tasks left much to be desired.

safari

Apple product. At first, the browser was integrated into IOS, then it began to appear on Windows. What qualities does it have:

Availability of searches Google, Yandex, Yahoo!, Bing.

• Checking for spelling errors.
• The presence of a block on pop-ups.
• Confidential browsing, which does not keep a record of the history of visits to sites.

K-meleon

In many ways it is similar to Mozilla Firefox, tk. they are developed on the same engine. The result is a lighter and more convenient browser. Advantages:

• It is a very economical browser, sparingly using the "RAM" of the computer.
• Differs in high efficiency.
• Customized for the user.
• Convenient menu setting.

What needs to be changed:

• Too unpretentious design.
• It's hard to find new browser apps.

Google Chrome

By far the most downloaded browser. It is rightfully considered the fastest browser on the Windows OS. It was released in 2008 and was based on a common engine with Safari. At the first stages of development it was called Chromium, then under the development of Google it came out under the name Google Chrom. Positive traits:

• It has the function to pre-load the requested pages, which explains the speed of the browser.
• Differs in high degree of protection. Constantly downloads updates to malicious sites and warns of danger when visiting one.
• When working, it does not “buggy” and does not slow down.
• It has the "Incognito" function, which allows you not to "shine" by visiting certain sites.
• Allows using the task manager to track down the offender of the browser.
• Having your own translator, which allows you to competently translate texts from foreign languages.
• Chrome developers were the first to use the quick access bar and combine the address bar with the search bar. What other reviewers were not slow to take advantage of.
• The presence of voice search.
• Most often, the browser updates itself.
• Chrome has many applications and adapts to the needs of the user.

Minuses:

• Does not support the Flash Player plugin.
• For operational work with Chrome, the available PC memory must be at least 2 GB.
• Under heavy loads when working with Chrom, the battery charge of a tablet, laptop, smartphone runs out faster. Read

Yandex browser

Popular among the Russian-speaking population. Formed in 2012 based on the Chromium engine. It has built-in Yandex services and the corresponding search string. There is also a quick launch bar and a smart line function that allows the user to quickly find the desired site.

Positive sides:

• Reliable protection is achieved through the built-in antivirus.
• It is a high-speed browser, because. blocks pop-up ads, websites.
• Allows you to work with various kinds of documents.
• Has its own translator.
• Phone versions are available with quick links and calls mode.
• Save Internet traffic thanks to the built-in turbo mode.

Minuses:

• Kind of decoration.
• Because supported by Yandex services, without having them available, it significantly loses the quality of work.

Mozilla Firefox

It is one of the favorite and popular browsers. The developers are constantly improving the Geko engine, constantly updating the base of extensions, and are distinguished by a high degree of confidentiality.

Undoubted advantages:

• For every choice and taste, users are offered settings functions, thanks to which Mozilla can be adjusted to any request.
• The design is distinguished by its simplicity and practicality.
• Extremely meticulous about safety.
• Suitable for any operating system.
• It has a huge selection of various plugins.
• Provides privacy.
• Updates on its own.
• Does not provide third-party sites with information about the user.

Minuses:

• Performance does not rise to the same Chrome.
• In work it is unstable and unreliable.
• Requires a lot of computer memory space.

Opera

Pros:

• A really fast browser, it has a turbo mode in addition, which is especially noticeable in the phone version.
• Comfortable quick access panel.
• Opera Link syncs perfectly with any device.
• Convenient control with hotkey mode.
• Availability of an Internet browser

Minuses:

• The need for a large amount of memory when working.
• It can also sometimes "freeze" and "fail".

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So, today we have to study browsers. Types, capabilities and differences of this software - that's what you should pay attention to. In fact, this question is not so complicated, if you figure out what's what. And few have heard of browsers. In the modern world, this software has been an integral part of standard software for a long time. So only beginners don't know about it. Let's try to understand what exactly we are talking about, as well as what types and differences browsers have. After that, you can choose the best option for your computer.

Window to the Internet

To begin with, you will have to study the very concept of a browser. Types of browsers and their capabilities - the question is already more simple. To begin with, it is important to understand what exactly is at stake. What software are we dealing with?

A browser is a so-called window to the Internet. An application that serves to access the network and visit various web pages. Sometimes it is also called an Internet browser. The origin of the term is very easy to understand. This is where English comes to the rescue. After all, if you think about it, then browse is to browse. A browser, respectively, is a program that helps to view a variety of Internet resources. It would seem that nothing is difficult. But there are different kinds of browsers. And the possibilities of this software are diverse. What you should pay attention to? What are internet browsers? What to choose for yourself?

Standard set

The thing is that our today's subject of discussion is endowed with various possibilities. It all depends on which option is in front of you. But in general, the functionality of browsers converges. What can be included in it? What standard features are included in all such programs?

There are different types of browsers. Usually, among the standard functions, web browsing and other Internet resources are distinguished. That is, any browser will allow you to engage in so-called Internet surfing.

You can also bookmark interesting pages. They will be saved as a separate address in the corresponding menu item of your browser. Another opportunity that every Internet browser has.

Plus, here you can save passwords and logins from web pages. Usually this happens automatically, the user only needs to confirm the action. The function of the built-in search through also takes place.

Another very interesting feature that all existing types of browsers have is working with the so-called browsing history. You can turn it off at any time or see when and what page you visited. This item is also called privacy settings.

As you can see, there are a lot of options. The standard set of functions of all browsers does not differ much. Is that the signatures of the menu items. But the possibilities don't end there. Each user is able to independently expand the functionality. More on this later. First you need to know what browsers can be. Types, differences, pros and cons of each - that's what many are interested in.

"Chromium"

Let's start with the most popular, common and successful option. This is a browser called Google Chrome. Actually, this is the brainchild of the famous "Google". A similar Internet browser appeared not so long ago, around 2008. But now it has won the hearts of many users.

The fastest, most productive and easy to use and configure option. It is convenient to work with him. There are almost no failures and malfunctions, the operating system does not load at startup. Chrome became popular due to the lack of high requirements for computer resources, as well as for security.

If you work with Google a lot, then this is the perfect option for you. There is a special menu for working with "Google"-account. Very handy if you think about it. By the way, "Chrome" is suitable even for weak computers. This is what attracts many people. browsers, as a rule, require several times more computer resources than Chrome.

"Mozilla"

Nevertheless, there is still competition among Internet browsers. In second place is Mozilla Firefox. This content is somewhat reminiscent of Chrome, but has existed longer than the brainchild of Google. True, Mozilla is more demanding on a computer. It loads the system to a greater extent. Nevertheless, it remains popular and in demand to this day.

Why? All types of these are now being studied) have their pros and cons. Chrome has low demands and speed. And Mozilla has speed and huge possibilities in the field of settings. That is, the functionality of the software. It is Mozilla Firefox that has advanced settings that allow you to use all the features of the utility as accurately as possible. In principle, if you are not a fan of Google, and your computer is not too old, you can use Mozilla.

"Opera"

What other browsers are there? Their types are varied. But among the most popular still distinguish "Opera". This is a rather old, but no less common browser. Its main advantage is the functionality of the software. It's expanded to the max. After installing the application, the user receives a whole set of useful browser extensions that will help expand the standard functions. That is, you do not need to download and install anything yourself. A lot of settings, functions and buttons - what an advanced user needs.

Only here Opera is demanding because of the capabilities of the computer. Moreover, it is difficult for a beginner to understand this browser. Indeed, in it, as already mentioned, a lot of various functions are hidden. In principle, a good option for those who are already familiar with the Internet. Of course, a computer is required more powerful than for the same Mozilla. But this is not such a problem.

"Explorer"

We have almost analyzed all the popular types of browsers. Possibilities of each utility - too. Now it is worth paying attention to the most popular, or rather, to the constantly occurring option. It does not please users too much, but sometimes there is simply no choice. This is a program called Internet Explorer.

Perhaps every user is familiar with this software. This is a standard Internet browser that is included in the list of Microsoft programs. Demanding on a computer, not very functional. Security is "lame", and the speed of work leaves much to be desired.

Most often, "Explorer" is called a browser for downloading browsers. This means that on a "clean" operating system you will use Explorer only once - while you download the installation file for yourself from another browser. Few people are working with the Explorer now. Many people notice: the computer slows down very much during the launch of this utility. Even the most powerful game. Therefore, it is recommended not to "talk" with Internet Explorer too often. Interestingly, it is often called "Donkey". Probably for the speed of work and stubbornness.

"Yandex"

Recently, another option has become popular. Browsers (the types of which we have almost fully explored along with the possibilities of each offer) are all free and available. Many programmers are trying to create and promote their Internet browser. Relatively recently, Yandex.Browser appeared. This is the brainchild of Yandex.

Actually, it is similar to something with "Chrome". Only here "Google" offers a simpler and more convenient interface. In addition, Chrome has more functionality than Yandex. Although the speed, security and demands on the computer are almost the same.

It is easy to guess that "Yandex.Browser" is adapted to work with the search engine of the same name. If you constantly work with a Yandex account, then this particular browser will make your life easier. It has everything you need for the convenience of such users. There are no other significant differences.

Apple

So we learned what browsers can be. The types, differences, and features of each are now not such a mystery. But all previous utilities were invented for Windows. Do not forget that there is also MacOS, Apple products.

For such users, there is their own, "proprietary" browser - Apple Safari. Not endowed with any features. It's just an Internet browser from Apple for MacOS. Something like "Explorer". Only it works better, faster and does not irritate users.

Usually those who use Apple work with Safari on the Internet. It has the most common, unencumbered settings, a clear and discreet interface. So you can pay attention to it. Especially if you have macOS.

Possibilities

This is the end of the conversation about the types of browsers. The most popular, safe and used options were presented to our attention. Moreover, it is now clear what functions are in a particular software. But, as already mentioned, it is possible to expand the functionality of any Internet browser, to give opportunities that were not originally there.

How exactly is this done? By installing special extensions and plugins. These are peculiar additional functions built into the browser. Each view has its own extensions. You just need to download and enable them in the software settings.

What are plugins and extensions? Any. Here you can find ad protection, and applications for downloading videos / music from social networks, and just some mini-games, as well as entertainment software. In general, the list can be continued indefinitely. So, the possibilities of browsers are not limited by anything. Unless the resources of your computer and the creativity of developers.

What to choose

Which browser to choose for work? This is decided by each user for himself. In any case, preference is given to safe and fast options. If you use a "Google" account or just a search engine of the same name, and you need a fast software that guarantees the safety of surfing the net - the choice is Chrome. In second place is Yandex.Browser (of course, if you use the capabilities of this hosting). It is also recommended to opt for Mozilla.

Opera is a browser for advanced users. Beginners are not recommended to contact him. But from the "Explorer" it is preferable to refuse. It is this software that, as a rule, brings a lot of problems to users. Consider this factor when choosing a browser. The final decision is up to you!

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Each person has a unique taste, preferences, and requirements. If one thing gets to a hundred people for testing, then everyone will announce a different result. Some opinions will be similar, others will differ, and this is natural. In the field of software, everything is exactly the same. A browser is a program that a person uses to surf the Internet. We launch it every day, so it is important to choose a convenient browser that will meet all the requirements.
Using the browser, you can search for any information, listen to music, watch movies, and play your favorite games. Any rating will be controversial, but let's try to rank the best browsers. In the article, we will analyze the criteria for choosing a good browser for Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 10. We will study in detail the advantages and disadvantages of each of them. Based on our rating, you will be able to choose a good browser for yourself.

Google Chrome 1st place

This is the most popular browser of all that exist today. The program can be called the best and fastest on the Windows operating system. Its opening took place in 2008. Chrome was based on the popular Safari browser at the time, based on the WebKit engine. It was formally crossed with the V8 javascript engine. Subsequently, this hybrid was renamed Chromium. Such well-known companies as Google, Opera Software, as well as Yandex and several other major developers participated in further development. Google was the first to create its own version of the browser on Chromium. A year later, it was installed on 3.6% of computers worldwide. He began to quickly gain popularity, today he is the undisputed leader and occupies 42.21%. It is worth noting that most of them are smartphones in which the browser comes pre-installed.

Advantages:

1. High speed. Chrome is significantly superior to competitors in terms of browser speed, as well as the processing of displayed resources. In addition, there is a handy page preloading feature, which further increases the speed of work.
2. Safety. The company has implemented reliable technologies that ensure the safety of using the browser. They continue to develop actively. The browser has a database of phishing and malicious resources, which is regularly updated. The browser works according to a unique scheme in such a way that not a single process is involved, but several at once, but with lower privileges. Downloading files with resolution .bat, .exe or .dll requires additional confirmation, which reduces the chances of downloading a virus.
3. There is an "Incognito" mode. This is a very convenient feature when you need to view a large number of sites, but at the same time leave no traces of their visit on your computer.
4. Thoughtful interface. It is quite simple and contains everything you need, without unnecessary elements. Chrome is the first browser where the ability to quickly access appeared. On the panel you can see the most visited resources. Another feature is the sharing of the address bar and the search engine. Later, this feature was implemented in other browsers.
5. Stable work. Recently, there have not been such cases when Google Chrome experienced crashes or was very slow. This can only happen if there are viruses in the system. In many ways, the security and stability of work is increased by using several processes that are separated from each other. If one of them stops its work, the rest continue to function.
6. There is a task manager menu "Additional Tools". Almost no one knows about this chip. Thanks to a handy tool, you can track how many resources are occupied by an entire tab or a separate plugin. You can find and fix the source of the problem if the application starts to slow down.
7. Large selection of extensions, many of which are free to download. There are also many plugins and themes. The browser can be configured depending on personal preferences, which is very convenient.
8. It is possible to automatically translate pages. For this, Google Translate is used.
9. The program is updated automatically without disturbing the user.
10. Search queries can be specified by voice; for this, the service " OK Google».

Flaws:

1. Starting with version 42.0, support for NPAPI plugins was stopped, including the rather popular Flash Player.
2. The application requires at least 2 GB of RAM to run smoothly.
3. Most of the extensions, as well as plugins, are made in a foreign language.
4. A significant load on the hardware contributes to the short battery life of laptops and smartphones.

I have been using Chrome for a long time, and as my main browser. For all the time of work, he did not cause serious complaints. Its integration into the system of other Google services is very convenient. One account can combine your computer and mobile device, there is the possibility of continuous synchronization.
I do not like the fact that all user data is stored on American servers (most likely now the data is stored on Russian servers). It stores mail, personal contacts and search information. True, we should not exclude the possibility that other browsers do the same. You need to take precautions as much as possible, then you will have nothing to fear. If you do not want to disclose your own data, but still continue to use Chrome, then use SlimJet or SRWare Iron, we will talk about them below.

Yandex.Browser 2nd place

The browser has the shortest history, it was opened in 2012. It is very popular in Russia. The browser supports integration with Yandex services which are very convenient to use. The default search engine is Yandex. The interface turned out to be quite original, although it was created on the Chromium engine. The quick launch bar immediately catches your eye. It is made in tile style.

The user can place up to 20 tiles. The browser uses "Smart Line", which not only transfers the entered phrase to the search engine, but also automatically selects the required site if the name matches. Unfortunately, so far this function only works with large resources. Mouse manipulation is supported, with which you can control web browsing with simple movements.

Advantages:


Flaws:

1. Not everyone will like the original interface.
2. Binding to various Yandex. Without them, the program is deprived of many opportunities.
3. Rarely, but still there are problems with transferring settings and history.

Not everyone will like the new interface, because it is radically different from competitors. It will take some time to get used to such features.

Mozilla Firefox 3rd place

Now Mozilla is the most popular foreign browser, and in Russia it ranks third. Over the past few years, he began to lose ground, but only slightly. The first version of the program appeared in 2004, since then there have been many changes. The application engine is Gecko - it is freely available and continues to be improved by developers. Formally, this is the first browser that had a huge database of extensions even before the advent of Chrome. He was among the first to implement the maximum privacy mode that Google invented.

Advantages:

1. A simple and very user-friendly interface, in which there are no unnecessary details.
2. A convenient system of settings that allows you to radically change the browser, setting it up to your liking.
3. A large number of various plugins. You can choose them for every taste, because at the moment there are more than 100,000 of them.
4. Cross-platform. The browser can be downloaded for any operating system that is used on modern technology.
5. Reliability. I got into situations where the user caught a banner blocking the work of all browsers, but Firefox continued to function.
6. The maximum level of security and privacy of personal data.
7. Comfortable bookmarks bar.
8. The program may refuse to track information about you by various sites. You can set up private browsing. In addition, there is the Master Passwords feature, which additionally protects your records on certain resources.
9. Updates happen in the background without the need for user intervention.

Flaws:

1. Compared to Chrome, the interface slows down a bit and takes longer to respond to user manipulations.
2. Performance is average;
3. The lack of support for scripts on some resources, as a result of which the content may not function correctly.
4. The application requires a large amount of RAM to run.

Opera 4th place

This is the oldest browser, which was opened back in 1994. I started using it about 15 years ago, and now I use it as needed. Until 2013, Opera had its own engine, but now Webkit + V8 is used. Exactly the same technology is used in Google Chrome. In 2010, the company opened a mobile version of the program. Now it is the fourth most popular browser in Russia, and it ranks sixth in the world.

Advantages:

1. Excellent speed and page display. The features of the browser include the turbo mode, which significantly increases the speed of loading pages through the use of cloud technologies. At the same time, traffic is significantly saved, which is very important when using the mobile version.
2. There is a convenient express panel with saved bookmarks. This is a modified Speed ​​Dial tool that we saw in previous versions of the browser.
3. Opera Link technology, which is needed to synchronize various devices.
4. Lots of hotkeys for easy control.
5. Internet browser Opera Unite.

Flaws:

1. A large amount of RAM is required for efficient operation. If you open several tabs at the same time, then Opera will start to slow down. Even the reliable Chrome engine does not improve the situation.
2. On many sites, incorrect work of scripts and various forms is observed. There are a lot of complaints when working with WML.
3. Stability is not a strong point of the browser. The company could not get rid of periodic failures and freezes.
   4. Own system of bookmarks, which was nicknamed "Piggy Bank". This is quite an interesting solution, but poorly implemented.

I use Opera only as an additional browser. The "Turbo" function is useful when working with a modem, because in this case, a high speed of displaying pages and saving on consumed traffic are combined. With Unite technology, you can turn your browser into a real server. On it, you can arrange access to a variety of files, exchange SMS notifications and photographs. The files are stored on the PC and become available only when the program is launched. It's a great replacement for Chrome if you don't want to use it for whatever reason.

K-Meleon 5th place

This application has been developed since 2000. In fact, it is a relative of Mozilla Firefox, they use the same engine. You ask why he entered the rating, if they practically do not differ? The fact is that they have strong differences. For example, today K-Meleon is the lightest browser for the Windows system. Such results were achieved due to the peculiarities of its development. Initially, the program was only supposed to demonstrate the capabilities of the new engine. As a result, the company was able to achieve economical consumption of PC resources.

Advantages:

1. Small requirements for PC resources, including a low amount of RAM.
2. The use of the native Windows interface, which significantly saves time and resources spent on the interface.
3. High speed.
4. Good personalization options, and for this you do not need to use third-party extensions. Everything is set up with macros. It will be difficult for a beginner to master, but in your free time you can figure it out.
5. There is a wide range of builds. You can choose an extension with the desired set of functions.
6. You can create multiple profiles for different users.

Flaws:

1. Pretty clumsy interface. If you compare it with the leaders of the Top 5, then this browser has too simple design.
2. Rarely, there are problems with displaying the Cyrillic alphabet, but the situation has been fixed in the latest updates.

This is the best option for weak PCs. The browser will function normally on an old laptop running the Windows XP operating system. You will be able to enjoy comfortable Internet surfing. And on modern hardware, it will work even better. Many professionals use it, considering it the best browser. This should not be surprising, because in some respects K-Meleon outperforms its competitors.

Internet Explorer

This is a free browser that is included with the integrated Windows software. Microsoft has been involved in development since 1995 and to this day. Therefore, the browser was one of the most popular in Russia, but then Chrome appeared. Now he has greatly lost his position and takes 5th place in popularity. The reason can be considered the completion of its development. Along with Windows 10 came the development of the company - Spartan.
In its entire history of the browser, it has never been considered the best, everyone knew about the large number of vulnerabilities that various viruses used. For a very long time, it has been a vulnerable point of every computer running the Windows operating system. The situation changed for the better with the release of Internet Explorer 10, it is included in the Windows 8 package. All the holes were finalized in it and, subject to certain rules, the browser was considered safe.
Version 11 appeared along with the Windows 8.1 update, it is the latest in the line. In terms of speed, it can be compared with competitors, but still slightly inferior to them. Now there is a privacy mode, a preliminary rating, and caching is also supported, it allows you to increase the speed of the browser. Despite the successful innovations, the browser is only losing its position. In my work, I use Internet Explorer only to enter the web interface of my home router and other network equipment. There is a simple explanation for this, this is the browser developers use, so the markup is designed for it. To view Internet resources, it is better to use a different browser.

Now there are many browsers that we did not mention in our review. We have presented our selection of the best browsers, but everyone may have a different opinion. The review presents only those browsers that I had to deal with. They are completely free to download and use without any restrictions. The current version can be found on the official website. If you can suggest worthy browsers that should be in the Top 5, then indicate your options in the comments.

12 things you need to know about IE9 Internet Explorer 9: the best and worst features Howard Wen, Computerworld US

Microsoft released the beta version of its latest web browser, Internet Explorer 9 (IE9), only a little over two weeks ago. However, since then we"ve been using the 32bit Windows Vista and 64bit Windows 7 versions every day in our routine web surfing. Here are six things we"ve discovered we really like about IE9 . And six which we think could use some more work before IE9 sees a final release.

Just over a month ago, Microsoft unveiled the latest beta version of Internet Explorer 9. And in this regard, the journalists of the PCAdvisor portal talked about six things in this browser that they liked. And about six that need to be urgently finalized.

six good news

1. He's really fast

Overall, running IE9 proved to be indeed faster than the competition, especially when we tested both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of IE9 on "heavy" sites like Facebook and Gmail, as well as flash-heavy sites. , such as YouTube.

We also tested IE9 32-bit and Google Chrome 32-bit on the famous browser benchmark. On a six-year-old laptop with Windows Vista as its primary system, Chrome was able to render 20 fish at a horrendous 1fps. Internet Explorer 9? About 15 fish with 20 frames.

In addition to better code, IE9 uses the graphics processor on the graphics card, which means at the very least that CPU-intensive applications like Flash animations will be handled by the graphics card.

2. Clearer font

IE9 offers new fonts that make small text clearer and easier to read. This becomes much more obvious when comparing Gmail on IE9 and the latest Chrome beta. Not only was the font darker and more legible on IE9, it was also thin and narrow, allowing more text to fit on the screen. It can be scaled and stretched, which can also be called a big plus.

3. URL + search bar = convenience

Now the address input panel is combined with the window for search engines. Type in a word or phrase and the icons for the search engines you've chosen to use in IE9 will appear. Click on the search engine icon, then on the Enter key, and the search results will be displayed in the window.

We came to the conclusion that the browser's processing of several search engines at the same time is fast and convenient.

4. Pulling tabs

This feature became popular thanks to Chrome, and now IE9 allows you to do the same. Grab the tab with the mouse and move it to an empty space in the window, release it, and the tab becomes a separate browser window. Everything works here in exactly the same way as in Chrome (approx. "Reformer": unlike Firefox, where the page is not just dragged, but also reloaded at the same time).

The reverse function is also implemented: grab a tab or an entire window with the mouse, drag it to another window, and they will merge, combining all the tabs in one window. In the beta version, both functions work flawlessly.

5. Too many add-on warnings

If your IE9 is tangled up with too many add-ons, either harmless or dangerous, the browser will warn you at launch. It will show a list of these very add-ons and offer to choose those that can be disabled, or skip this step and continue working on.

We find this feature extremely useful as it allows us to have complete control over the number of extensions and add-ons. And think of the undeniable advantage when the browser warns you about any spyware, useless toolbars, or other annoying things that you forgot about after installation.

In Windows 7, you can pin links to your operating system's taskbar by turning them into icons that open pages when you click on them. Essentially, this feature turns the site into a "virtual application". By the way, Chrome has the same "trick".

Now let's talk about the bad

1. Overloaded interface

In truth, a large area of ​​the screen is still given over to a web page. But that's the default and then you'll see what happens when you activate the favorites bar and the command line bar, both of which take up space below the URL and tabs input bar. In addition, the status bar also requires additional space.

The problem lies precisely in this very URL input panel combined with a tab bar. If you have a lot of tabs open (as is usually the case), they start to crawl on top of each other. Also, when you use the Favorites bar and the command line bar at the same time, the tabbed page doesn't always look the way it should.

2. Strange color scheme

We found the tab colors to be very unusual. When we had multiple tabs open, they came in different colors, such as baby blue, mauve, or yellow, in all sorts of different shades. Even when the pages were fully loaded, these colors remained. Why is this innovation necessary?

3. Frequently Visited Sites Page

IE9 has a new start page with large icons for frequently visited sites, apparently inspired by a similar feature in Opera. Each open empty tab contains 10 of these icons. Click on the desired icon and a new tab will open, starting a connection to the selected page.

However, as in the case of incomprehensible colors, additional graphic information helps to use this function very weakly. Each icon has a label, and the length of this label depends on how often you visit a particular site (“always”, “often”, and “sometimes”). Are you perplexed? Yes, it would be equally safe to assume that the length of the string depends on the memory used or the processor load.

And, finally, the color of the line under the icon is based on one of the colors (!) of the site's icon and, again, does not make any sense.

4. New download manager

While this is certainly a huge improvement over the previous versions of IE's downloader, the new download manager doesn't seem to recognize some of the file types it can download (including image files).

5. No progress in bookmarking

To put it simply, editing the "Favorites" list is still the same as before. There are no improvements, at least not in beta (ie renaming, deleting, moving bookmarks).

True, to be completely honest, none of the major browsers allows for really convenient bookmark management. We hope this will be one of the things that the IE9 developers will pay close attention to before the final version of the browser is released.

6. Last goodbye to XP owners

Like all the latest innovations from Microsoft (eg Windows Live Essentials 2011), IE9 does not support Windows XP. So, XP owners, you'll have to live forever with IE8.