Friday, June 10, 2011

Google Chrome vs. Internet Explorer

As boring as it may seem, it is very important to use a good browser. If you use a Windows PC you are usually started out with Internet explorer, that doesn't mean you cant use another browser. Currently I use both browsers (because I have Internet explorer pinned to my task bar) but one browser is better. Here are the basic pros and cons:
Size: First thing is size. Size is important if you are using a device with a small screen (like a netbook). Now if you ever wanted to get the largest view out of any browser you would press F11 and by doing this both browsers become the same. However, without pressing F11 Google Chrome offers the most visible space.
Simplicity: This topic is important because you want to be able to use the internet without struggle. Since not everyone out there is a tech wiz, there needs to be a browser that has everything layed out in front of you. Chrome is not that browser. I know people who are barely tech literate and I know this browser would give them trouble.Chrome does not have a search bar (even though searching is possible) and there are no labled directories. With I.E every thing is labeled and right there.
Problems: (The amount of problems vary among users) This topic is more opinionated but I had less problems with Chrome than I.E. The prblems I experienced with I.E: Not responding, redirecting, failed to connect, and long wait times. The only problem I had with Chrome was outdated software, and that is my fault!
Privacy: Whenever you don't want your searches or website history saved you normally just delete it. However, both browsers have a privacy feature. Both features do not save visits or cookies but I.E goes the extra mile. No matter what, I.E does not save any information period, while Chrome only does the minimum. For example: If you were to go to facebook.com both features start you logged out. You log in and you leave the page. Here is the difference: With Chrome if you go back to facebook you are logged in, with I.E you are not logged in. Though simpler, I feel I have more privacy not being already signed in.
Chrome: Chrome has two extra features that I.E does not. Chrome performs spell check on what you write and has an app store similar to apple's that features a new version of Angry Birds.
So now the choice is yours: Google Chrome or Internet Explorer?
If you would like to use the private browsing feature on Chrome go to the right hand side of the browser and click on the wrench. Then click on "New incognito window".
For I.E go to the right hand side of the browser and click safety. Then click "In private browsing". Feel free to leave a comment.

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