Well, now that I’ve got the spotlight, let's talk about something new and shiny. On September 2, Google released its new web browser, dubbed "Chrome." Google's intent is to help users focus on the applications and pages they are viewing, rather than on browser toolbars and buttons. Chrome appears to do the same things that other browsers do, but utilizes a different approach.
Google Chrome also brings a new spin to some common web browser features. For example, it uses dynamic tabs that can be dragged in and out of an application. These tabs can also be rearranged according to the user's preferences. The tab feature has a speed-dial aspect that allows you to pick from your nine most visited pages. This tab also includes your recent searches, recently bookmarked pages, and recently closed Tabs. The address bar, known as the "Omnibox," has an auto-complete feature that allows for searching as well as web addresses.
By far, the browser’s standout feature is its internal engine. Built from scratch, the engine will allow for faster execution of web-based applications.
Chrome also has some built-in privacy and security features. The browser offers "incognito" browsing. Using incognito mode, you can open web pages and download files without these actions being logged into your browsing and download history. Any added cookies are also deleted when you close the incognito page. For safer browsing, Chrome also warns you if you're about to visit a suspected phishing, malware, or unsafe web site.
Chrome isn't bad for a first-time effort, and it certainly can’t hurt to have more competition in the browser arena. However, Chrome still has a long way to go. Internet Explorer is still king with 74% (see statistics) of the market share. So for now, it looks like most people will stick with Internet Explorer as our standard web browser.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
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