The fastest browser today. Which browser is the best?

Browsers are fickle things. Updates, fixes and patches for certain versions are released very often. Something new is added, and what has become obsolete disappears. Because of this, every year you can choose again which browser was the best. And very often leaders change due to the fruitful work of developers or the mistakes of competitors. That's why there is an annual TOP-5. What is the best browser in 2016?

K-Meleon is another relative of the “Fire Fox”, which uses its engine in its work. But it would seem that there is no point in including two identical browsers in the rating? But there are differences, and quite big ones.

For example, saving resources on the user’s personal computer. Based on this indicator, we can safely award the title of “Best Browser 2016” to Kameleon. This implies a high speed of information processing. Separately, it should be noted that the browser is convenient - you can customize it “to suit you” if you know how to work with macros. Well, if this is not enough, many extensions will help in the matter.

But there are also disadvantages:

  • Cyrillic in Kameleon is not always displayed adequately. This small flaw can seriously ruin the nerves of users who use this layout. But in the latest updates, such a bug practically does not appear.
  • The interface is stuck in the past. It is too simple and even outdated. Conservative users will like it, but when compared with the leaders, it definitely loses on all counts.
  • Personalization is quite difficult. For users who don't want to mess around with macros, this can be inconvenient.

The oldest modern browser, occupying the TOP 5 year after year. It stays so high not only because of user habit and trust.

Since 1994, when it was created, with each update, developers have brought something new, convenient and that can improve productivity to Opera. And the use of the engine with the addition of some of its “bells and whistles” (since 2013) made it possible to make Opera even more functional. The browser has many advantages:

  • Excellent operating speed. Even with a slow Internet connection, Opera is able to quickly display pages due to the “Turbo” mode.
  • Ease of use thanks to the so-called “hot keys”.
  • Availability of express panel. This, however, will not surprise anyone - but it is worth recognizing the increased convenience.
  • You can synchronize multiple devices using exclusive Opera Link technology.

But with such an abundance of advantages, there are also several significant disadvantages that did not allow it to become the best browser this year:

  • The eternal “disease” of Opera is the lack of stability. Just as it did not exist in 1994, it did not appear later either.
  • Opera has a high “appetite” for computer resources. This is not suitable for weak cars.
  • Interaction with scripts and forms of some sites has not been fully developed. Because of this, they may not work or display incorrectly.

It was once the best browser, according to most Russian-speaking users. But over time, he lost ground and ended up only on the third step of the podium. Although it is still in demand abroad.

It was this browser that made many breakthroughs in its industry - the extension store, privacy and much more. We can talk for a long time about the positive aspects of “Fire Fox”:

  • Simplicity and convenience. There is nothing superfluous in the interface, and a large number of settings will allow you to customize it in a way that is convenient for a particular user. The bookmarks bar does not create any problems. You can find more than 100,000 plugins for additional customization in the browser store - for every taste.
  • Browser security. It is almost impossible to track information about a user who uses Firefox. The browser prohibits monitoring activities on the site. But besides this, you can completely hide yourself from sites by setting up private mode. And the “Password Master” function can additionally hide the owner’s passwords and logins from any reading scripts and viruses. In addition, in some cases, locker viruses don’t even pick it up.
  • Independence. It is able to update itself without dragging the user into its problems. Also, without dancing with a tambourine and searching for a special assembly, it can be run on any operating system.

But there are also a lot of negative things:

  • Low performance coupled with the requirement for a large amount of RAM spoils the face of Firefox.
  • There is some sluggishness - the interface responds to user actions with some unpleasant delay.
  • Scripts are not supported on all sites; they are displayed incorrectly or refuse to work at all.

A very unexpected appearance on the market of the best new (2012 release) browser. Previously, users did not take domestic products seriously, preferring more advanced competitors. But during this time he was able to get ahead, overtaking his competitors and only falling short of the first step. Perhaps this is due to aggressive promotion, but the fact is clear.

This browser offers a large number of fresh and innovative features that were not included in older competitors. It’s worth figuring out why they loved him so much:

  • Convenient tiled quick launch panel with support for up to 20 site tiles. The user can add absolutely any resource here.
  • Well thought out security. Every downloaded file is checked for malware. Yandex.Browser can also check links and sites using a special catalog of fraudulent and phishing resources. This also includes the built-in AdGuard.
  • Ability to preview documents, PDFs and many other formats before downloading directly in your browser.
  • Turbo 2.0 mode. It works much better than the similar one in Opera. At the same time, it is able to compress videos played on the Internet, saving traffic.
  • Unusual, fresh and updated interface with the ability to personalize.

We should also highlight mouse gestures, which are implemented in this browser much better than in its competitors. They allow you to perform a large number of functions without using the keyboard.

However, there are several small flaws that negatively affect the perception of the program by users. For example, many people do not like the unusual and therefore unusual interface. And without being tied to Yandex, many browser capabilities are simply lost.

For many years now, this titan of its industry has retained the love of users and never ceases to occupy, if not the top of the ratings, then the approaches to it. It, without a doubt, deserves to be called the best among all other browsers for the Windows operating system. Since 2008, Chrome has been actively developing and strives to maintain its position and user loyalty.

Overall, the product turned out to be excellent, even taking into account the use of the new and not fully tested Chromium engine, which was assembled from the then popular Safari with the addition of V8. And all this - with a beautiful and convenient interface, in which there is nothing superfluous - everything you need is in plain sight. And the excess is hidden deeper so that the user does not accidentally spoil anything.

The popularity of Google Chrome is no coincidence. It has more than enough advantages:

  • Highest operating speed. There is a function for preloading pages. The speed of work seriously exceeds that of competitors.
  • Granite safety. The latest technologies ensure browser protection. It contains directories of all known phishing resources. In addition, it is no longer so easy to download a virus, even on purpose - if the file has the extension *.bat, *.exe or *.dll, then you will have to give it additional confirmation.
  • Incognito mode. The name speaks for itself - the user is free to go anywhere, but not a trace of visiting these sites will remain on the computer.
  • Enviable stability. It starts to slow down only on weak PCs, the system is heavily loaded or it is infected with viruses. Errors may also occur when opening a large number of tabs and/or launching many plugins.
  • Own “Task Manager”, which allows you to monitor the work of each individual tab. Convenient when you need to understand how much memory a particular process “eats” inside the browser. Useful for optimizing work - after all, who doesn’t have something superfluous in their pinned tabs?
  • A whole store of extensions, each of which can bring enormous benefits. You can also find additional personalization tools there.
    Deep integration with all Google services, including voice search, translator, Google Docs and much more.

The only drawback is that it is demanding on computer resources - it requires at least 3 GB of computer RAM. Which, however, is not so much for a modern device. But if you run some not too old game, MS Word and Google Chrome at the same time on a PC with average capabilities, problems may begin.

05/01/2019 17:33


Each person has unique tastes, preferences, and requirements. If one thing gets tested by a hundred people, each will give a different result. Some opinions will be similar, others will differ and this is natural. In the software field everything is exactly the same. A browser is a program that a person uses to surf the Internet. We run it every day, so it’s 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 this article you will look at 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 that exists 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 that time, made on the WebKit engine. Formally, it was crossed with the V8 javascript engine. Subsequently, this hybrid was renamed Chromium. Such famous companies as Google, Opera Software, as well as Yandex and several other large 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 the majority are smartphones that come with a pre-installed browser.

Advantages:

  1. High speed. Chrome is significantly superior to its competitors in terms of browser speed, as well as processing of displayed resources. In addition, there is a convenient function for preloading pages, this 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 actively develop. The browser has a database of phishing and malicious resources, which is updated regularly. The browser works according to a unique scheme in such a way that not a single process is used, but several at once, but with lower privileges. Downloading files with .bat, .exe or .dll resolution 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 not leave 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 to offer quick access. On the panel you can see the most visited resources. Another feature is the joint use of the address bar and the search engine. Later this feature was implemented in other browsers.
  5. Stable job. Recently, there have been no such cases when Google Chrome experienced glitches or was very slow. This can only happen if there are viruses in the system. In many ways, security and stability are improved by using multiple processes that are separated from each other. If one of them stops working, the others continue to function.
  6. There is a task manager in the "Additional tools" menu. Almost no one knows about this feature. Thanks to this convenient tool, you can track how many resources an entire tab or a separate plugin takes up. 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 can be downloaded for free. There are also many plugins and themes available. The browser can be customized depending on personal preferences, which is very convenient.
  8. It is possible to automatically translate pages. Google Translator is used for this.
  9. The program is updated automatically without disturbing the user.
  10. Search queries can be specified by voice, for this purpose the service “ OK Google».
Flaws:
  1. Starting with version 42.0, support for NPAPI plugins was stopped, including the fairly popular Flash Player.
  2. For the application to run smoothly, you need at least 2 GB of RAM.
  3. Most of the extensions and 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've been using Chrome for quite a long time, and as my main browser. During the entire period of work, he did not cause any serious complaints. Its integration into the system of other Google services is very convenient. One account can unite your computer and mobile device, and there is the possibility of continuous synchronization.
I don’t like the fact that all user data is stored on American servers (most likely now the data is stored on Russian servers). Mail, personal contacts and search information are stored there. True, we should not exclude the possibility that other browsers do the same. You need to take precautions whenever 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 extremely 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, even though it was created on the Chromium engine. The quick launch panel immediately catches your eye. It is made in a tiled style.


The user can place up to 20 tiles. The browser uses a “Smart String”, which not only transmits 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 the viewing of web pages with simple movements.

Advantages:


Flaws:

  1. Not everyone will like the original interface.
  2. Linking to various Yandex services. Without them, the program is deprived of many features.
  3. Rarely, but still problems arise with transferring settings and history.
Not everyone will like the new interface, because it is radically different from its competitors. It will take some time to get used to such features.

Mozilla Firefox 3rd place


Now Mozila is the most popular foreign browser, and in Russia it ranks third. Over the past few years, it has begun 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 base of extensions even before the advent of Chrome. He was among the first to implement the maximum confidentiality regime that Google invented.

Advantages:

  1. A simple and very convenient interface with no unnecessary details.
  2. A convenient settings system that allows you to radically change your browser, customizing it to your liking.
  3. A large number of various plugins. They can be selected to suit any 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 have found myself in situations where the user caught a banner that blocked all browsers, but Firefox continued to function.
  6. Maximum level of security and privacy of personal data.
  7. Convenient bookmarks bar.
  8. The program may refuse to allow various websites to track information about you. You can set up private browsing. In addition, there is a Master Passwords feature that further protects your entries on certain resources.
  9. Updates occur in the background without the need for user intervention.
Flaws:
  1. Compared to Chrome, the interface is a little slower and takes longer to respond to user manipulations.
  2. Performance is average;
  3. Lack of script support on some resources, as a result of which the content may not function properly.
  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 I still use it as needed. Until 2013, Opera had its own engine, but now Webkit+V8 is used. The exact 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 in the world it ranks sixth.

Advantages:

  1. Excellent speed of operation and page display. The browser's features include a turbo mode, which significantly increases page loading speed through the use of cloud technologies. At the same time, traffic is saved significantly, 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 different devices.
  4. Lots of hotkeys for easy control.
  5. Opera Unite Internet browser.
Flaws:
  1. To work effectively, you need a large amount of RAM. If you open several tabs at the same time, Opera will start to slow down. Even the reliable Chrome engine does not improve the situation.
  2. On many sites, scripts and various forms are observed to work incorrectly. There are a large number of complaints when working with WML.
  3. Stability cannot be called the browser's strong point. The company was never able to get rid of periodic crashes and freezes.
    4. Own bookmarking system, nicknamed “Piggy Bank”. This is quite an interesting solution, but it is poorly implemented.
I use Opera only as an additional browser. The "Turbo" function is useful when working with a modem, because in this case it combines high page display speed and savings in traffic consumption. Using Unite technology, you can turn your browser into a real server. On it you can provide access to a variety of files, exchange SMS notifications and photographs. The files are stored on the PC and become accessible only when the program is launched. This is an excellent replacement for Chrome if for some reason you do not want to use it.

K-Meleon 5th place


This application began to be developed back in 2000. In fact, it is a relative of Mozilla Firefox; they use the same engine. You may ask why he was included in the rating if they are practically the same? 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 thanks to the features 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. Using the native Windows interface, which significantly saves time and resources spent on the interface.
  3. High speed.
  4. Good personalization options, and you don't need to use third-party extensions for this. Everything is arranged using macros. It will be difficult for a beginner to master, but you can figure it out in your free time.
  5. There is a large selection of assemblies. You can choose an extension with the desired set of functions.
  6. You can create multiple profiles for different users.
Flaws:
  1. Quite a clumsy interface. If you compare it with the Top 5 leaders, then this browser has a too simple design.
  2. Rarely, there are problems with displaying the Cyrillic alphabet, but the situation has been corrected in recent 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 it will work even better on modern hardware. Many professionals use it, considering it the best browser. This should not be surprising, because in some respects K-Meleon is superior to its competitors.

Internet Explorer

This is a free browser that comes with integrated Windows software. The development was carried out by Microsoft from 1995 to the present day. Therefore, the browser was one of the most popular in Russia, but then Chrome appeared. Now he has lost a lot of his position and ranks 5th in popularity. The reason can be considered the completion of its development. Along with Windows 10, the company's development, Spartan, was released.
Throughout the history of the browser, it was never considered the best; everyone knew about a large number of vulnerabilities that were exploited by various viruses. For a very long time it was the weak point of every computer running the Windows operating system. The situation changed for the better with the release of Internet Explorer 10, which is included with Windows 8. All the holes in it were corrected 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 its competitors, but is still slightly inferior to them. Now there is a privacy mode, a preliminary rating, and caching is also supported, which allows you to increase the speed of the browser. Despite successful innovations, the browser is only losing its position. In my work, I use Internet Explorer only to log into 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. It is better to use another browser to view Internet resources.

Now there are many browsers that we did not mention in our review. We've presented our picks for the best browsers, but everyone may have a different opinion. The review includes only those reviewers that I have encountered. 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 decent browsers that should be in the Top 5, then indicate your options in the comments.

After reading the rating of the best browsers 2017-2018 for windows xp, 7, 8, 10 and devices with the Android operating system, you can find out which one is the best and is more popular among users in Russia and around the world.

An Internet browser is an intermediary between the world wide web and the user, participating in the public life and activities of modern society. The health of the computer system or mobile devices depends on the quality of its work. Over time, a large number of well-known and little-known programs for this purpose appear, and it is already very difficult to determine which of them are worthy.

Another significant problem that arises when visiting Internet resources is the arbitrary downloading and installation, without reason for this, of programs, including browsers on a computer, which forcefully change not only the default search engine, but also provide sites in the search performed , not entirely trustworthy.

  • All these reasons, as well as the productive capabilities of the computer, encourage you to familiarize yourself with the top best browsers in order to get general information about which browser to choose for yourself and download. In this article you can familiarize yourself with several of the best browsers, their place in the rankings and briefly learn about their main features.

Rating of popular browsers windows xp, 7, 8, 10 in Russia and CIS countries in 2018

This rating was compiled based on data from the largest resource (in Russia and the CIS countries) LiveInternet - conducting analysis of traffic and user software when visiting Internet sites, social networks, as well as using existing search engines.

The graph shows the rate of growth and decline (from the beginning of 2013 to the end of 2015) 5 most popular internet browsers, Windows operating system, that is, for computers and laptops.


Top most popular browsers for computers and laptops
Browser download links are provided from official websites and are completely safe.

Top popular browsers tablets and smartphones(Android and iOS Apple) Russia and CIS countries

Top most popular browsers for phones and tablets

  1. Google Chrome;
  2. Mobile Safari;
  3. Firefox;
  4. Android Browser;
  5. Opera Mini.
  6. US Browser;

You can download browsers from the Play Market service on Android by typing in the search.

  • It should be noted that the number of Internet visitors from the Android OS is compared with the number of users of the global network from computers and laptops and will most likely soon exceed, and iOS (Apple) is in third place.
  • These ratings of the best browsers reflect the most popular, and this also indicates people’s trust in them, but does not reflect the best in quality, since the majority use browsers that are installed in the system by default or before being sold at retail outlets.
  • You can find out in more detail by taking a closer look at each browser and from reviews not only of people who are better versed in this, but based on the opinions of users.

Google Chrome

The history of the Google Chrome browser began in 2008, when the world first saw a product from Google. It not only made a lot of noise in the field of Internet applications, but also almost immediately won first place in the ranking of the best browsers, despite the popularity that existed at that time.

But along with success came a lot of debate about its pros and cons.

  • Among the advantages of this browser, it is immediately worth highlighting its high speed and security when visiting Internet resources.
  • It also has a lot of disadvantages, and one of them is insufficient support in the field of useful plugins, especially from third-party developers, and the difficulty of integrating into it. This primarily concerns plugins for protection against intrusive advertising.

This happens due to a fairly strict marketing policy, installing only your own products and searching through the Google search engine by default.

But, despite this, he took and maintains his leadership position to this day, not only in operating systems on computers, but also on tablets and smartphones.

Mozilla Firefox

Mozilla Firefox appeared in 2004 and by 2006 it was simply brought back to normal operation, since at first it simply did not want to work, it constantly froze and slowed down. But over time, the developers worked hard on it and gradually it took a leading position.

One of the advantages of this browser is its good speed and the fact that all plugins can be easily installed on it, no matter which developer (unlike google chrome). As a result, he gained recognition among people professionally involved in Internet activities, creating from it simply a multifunctional machine.

The disadvantage of this browser is its excessively high security.

Yandex.Browser

The product Yandex.Browser, initially aimed at competing with Google Chrome, has the same engine, design and, accordingly, very decent operating speed. But the most visible similarity with the version from Google is its focus only on existing Yandex services.

There are a lot of positive reviews from users of this product, namely its high speed. Many people without special knowledge in the field of existing browsers immediately noticed a very strong similarity with chrome. But there are also those who swear at it - perhaps it’s just a lack of trust in a supposedly domestic product.

A fairly serious application from the Yandex company and many people are confident in its success as the best browsers, of course, if I continue to work on it and improve it.

One of the shortcomings is the lack of synchronization of accounts, but this is already often discussed and may be improved in the near future.

Opera

The first releases of Opera were noted back in 1994 in Norway and until 2006, very few people knew about its existence. This year, version 9 is released and immediately gains great popularity, having a very large number of advantages: ad blocking without third-party extensions, support for most HTML standards, especially turbo mode. It receives a large number of positive reviews, and is gaining more and more space among users, approaching 50% and is considered one of the best browsers in the existing ranking.

But, after the release of version 10, something goes wrong in the company itself. It begins with the dismissal of staff, after which a message appeared about the transition to another engine (Blink) and the appearance of a large number of complaints in the direction of poor performance of an already beloved and familiar browser.

Explorer

Internet Explorer appeared in 2001 and is truly a legend from Windows in the world of browsers. Starting with the fact that it is indeed a very secure browser and has been installed by default in all Windows operating system products. Such security was immediately highlighted by professional structures, for example, in banking, in the management apparatus, and was used as the main one.

But, over time, its creators simply were not interested in updating it, and after the appearance of more interesting browsers, they began to lose their users and fall to lower places in the top of the best browsers.

The latest versions (starting from version 9) have, of course, significantly improved. The publications that appeared began to repeat the words about “similarities with a modern browser” and in many ways it became a really interesting browser, but the leaders in this area listed above simply overshadowed its superiority.

There are many Internet browsers available today, making it difficult to choose the one that's best for you. Below we will look at the most popular browsers and try to choose the best one for the job.

1. Google Chrome browser

One of the most popular browsers that supports all modern technologies, thanks to which it can open almost any website. This program is very resource-demanding on a personal computer, so it is not recommended to run it on outdated technology.

Benefits of Google Chrome

  • Availability of versions for any existing platform (Windows, Linux, Mac OS, iOs, Android, Windows Phone).
  • High speed.
  • The browser does not slow down when working with several heavy sites.
  • The program has its own task manager built into it. If any contribution or plugin freezes, it is not necessary to restart the browser; just close the frozen element.
  • Nice, minimalistic design.
  • The presence of built-in Google services, which will be useful to users of these services.
  • The computer version has extensive support for plugins that expand the functionality of the browser.
  • Built-in support for Flash Player, which is required to watch videos on many sites.

Disadvantages of Google Chrome

  • Increased consumption of RAM, which is why it slows down on frankly weak computers.
  • Mobile versions do not support additional plugins.
  • When you first launch the program, Google services are imposed even on those who do not use them. This does not happen on subsequent launches.

2. Browser Yandex Browser

The official browser from Yandex, completely merged with Google Chrome. The browser's built-in services have been changed, the design has been slightly redrawn, and the system requirements have been slightly reduced, making it work better on weaker computers.

Advantages of Yandex Browser

  • High speed.
  • Integration with Yandex services.
  • Good support for additional plugins.
  • Works well on weak PCs.
  • Reduced RAM consumption.

Disadvantages of Yandex Browser

  • The imposition of Yandex services begins already during the installation process of the program.
  • Advertising is built into the browser, which somewhat reduces the speed of opening sites.
  • There is no built-in task manager; if one site or plugin freezes, you will have to completely close the program.

3. Mozilla Firefox browser

Browser developed by Mozilla Firefox. Previously it had its own engine, but at the moment it is based on the same engine as the browsers listed above.

Benefits of Mozilla Firefox

  • High speed of operation and opening of sites.
  • Supports a large number of plugins (unlike Google Chrome, the mobile version of Firefox supports plugins).
  • Availability of versions for any existing operating system.
  • A design that is pleasing to the eye, not overloaded with unnecessary elements.
  • The browser does not impose additional services.
  • Works well on weak computers.

Disadvantages of Mozilla Firefox

  • Lack of built-in Flash Player, which means it needs to be installed separately.
  • After installing Flash Player, the browser begins to noticeably slow down.
  • Freezes and slowdowns when opening several particularly heavy websites (pages with videos).
  • Occasionally there are problems with scalability.
  • Lack of task manager.

4. Internet Explorer browser

A browser from Microsoft, installed by default on all versions of Windows and Windows Phone. It is an outdated solution, however, it is still used by a large number of people.

Advantages of Internet Explorer

  • On Windows computers, the browser does not need to be installed, since it is present by default.
  • Good support for old sites.
  • Low requirements for PC characteristics.
  • RAM consumption is lower than that of other existing browsers.

Disadvantages of Internet Explorer

  • Poor plugin support.
  • The use of outdated technologies, which is why modern sites may not open correctly.
  • Very slow speed.
  • Poor compatibility between different browser versions.
  • Lack of versions for Android, MacOS, Linux and iOS.
  • Lack of support from the developer.
  • No task manager.

5. Microsoft Edge browser

A browser that is a replacement for the outdated Internet Explorer. The program comes bundled with Windows 10 and is the default browser.

Advantages of Microsoft Edge

  • Works better and faster than its predecessor.
  • The browser does not need to be downloaded and installed separately.

Disadvantages of Microsoft Edge

  • Quite poor support for plugins (there are plugins, but not all of them).
  • The browser can only be installed on Windows 10.
  • Huge consumption of RAM.
  • Terrible default search engine.
  • There is no built-in task manager.

6. Chromium browser

The browser on which Google Chrome was based. Also, the Chromium browser engine was used by Mozilla and Opera to transfer their developments to it.

Benefits of Chromium

  • The browser does not impose any additional services.
  • High speed.
  • Availability of versions for all desktop operating systems (Windows, Linux, MacOS).
  • The largest number of additional extensions is supported.
  • There is a built-in task manager.
  • Low RAM consumption.
  • Highest security.

Disadvantages of Chromium

  • Quite a difficult process of installing the program.
  • Installing extensions is somewhat more difficult than in other browsers.
  • There are no versions for mobile devices.

7. Tor Browser

A browser designed to bypass various blocks. Using Tor, you can access absolutely any Internet page blocked in our country. This is possible due to the fact that the program actively uses proxy servers.

Advantages of Tor

  • Ensuring absolute anonymity on the Internet, it will be almost impossible to identify you.
  • The ability to access a site that is blocked in your country.
  • There are versions for most operating systems.

Disadvantages of Tor

  • Due to the use of proxy servers, pages open very slowly.
  • The browser cannot work without using a proxy server.
  • Difficult installation process.
  • Virtually no plugin support.
  • Consumes too many system resources.

8. Which browser is better?

There is no clear answer to this question; it all depends on personal preference. For active users of Google services, a good solution would be to install the Google Chrome browser. This browser will provide convenient use of mail, search engine and other Google systems.

For users of the search engine and mail from the Yandex company, we can recommend the browser of the same name (Yandex Browser). Mozilla Firefox is an excellent choice for those who do not like the imposition of additional services. Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge are chosen by those who do not want to install unnecessary programs on their computer. In addition, Internet Explorer is the only browser that works correctly with legacy banking clients, which is why it is actively used in some commercial organizations.

9. Rating of the best browsers in 2017

LiveInternet website statistics allow you to see how many users used which browsers. As of 2016, we get the following rating:

It can be seen that the clear favorite among browsers is Google Chrome (it occupies 52% of the total browser market). Among desktop browsers, Yandex Browser takes second place (with only 7.4% of the market).

The company positioned the browser as an alternative to Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox. Redmond used testing and other opportunities to compare Edge with competitors and with Internet Explorer and demonstrate its advantages in terms of security and energy efficiency.

However, if you look at the raw numbers, Microsoft Edge has almost zero chance of ever becoming a direct competitor to Google Chrome. NetMarketShare statistics for June confirm that Microsoft is having serious problems promoting the browser.

Last month, Google Chrome became the most popular browser for computers. Its market share is 59.59 percent. The second place was taken by the rapidly losing position of Internet Explorer, which received a share of 16.84%. The share of Mozilla Firefox was 12.2%, which allows the browser to confidently hold third place in the final ranking.

The growth of the Microsoft Edge audience in June was only 0.02% - from 5.63% to 5.65%. In May and April, the number of Microsoft browser users increased by only 0.01%.

Chrome works on 6 out of 10 computers

Google Chrome's growth is also slowing, mainly because the browser already runs on most PCs. Last month, Chrome improved from 59.36% to 59.49%.

Edge's growth has been minimal even though the browser ships with the Windows 10 Creators Update, which is considered the most secure and feature-rich version of Windows. In version 1703, Microsoft Edge received a large number of new features, as well as security and usability improvements. In addition, new browser extensions have appeared in the Windows Store.

As it turns out, users are not very impressed with Microsoft's performance in the browser market. The vast majority for now stick with Google's decision.

However, Microsoft Edge has a pretty good chance of becoming the world's third most popular desktop browser once Internet Explorer loses ground.

StatCounter data

Data from another analytical service, StatCounter, indicates an even more depressing situation for Microsoft. According to the report, Edge's share is at 3.89%.

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