Alternative browser?

[RedDawn]

Hi Guys,

Concerning the Internet Explorer - New Zero-Day exploit in-the-wild, besides applying the workarounds advised, I've also seen it recommended to maybe use an alternative browser until this has been fixed.

I've only ever used IE7 and would like some advise please on which other browser I could use on Vista that would be the most secure.

I've been looking at Opera, Firefox and maybe K-melon or Google Chrome, but from a security point of view, don't know which to choose.


Any help is very much appreciated, thanks.

 

[smarteyeball]

Firefox has great add-on support, especially noscript, which is useful for blocking unwanted sites that are automatically connected to when visiting the main site. (ie Advertising sites, dodgy sites)

You can also add themes that will make it look IE.

Opera and chrome are also good browsers, but lack add-on support. I haven't used either for a while so I can't vouch for their current security status.

Many people have different preferences regarding browesers, so the best thing would be to try a few. However my vote goes to Firefox 3.

 

[sassofalco]

Hi Guys,

Concerning the Internet Explorer - New Zero-Day exploit in-the-wild, besides applying the workarounds advised, I've also seen it recommended to maybe use an alternative browser until this has been fixed.

I've only ever used IE7 and would like some advise please on which other browser I could use on Vista that would be the most secure.

I've been looking at Opera, Firefox and maybe K-melon or Google Chrome, but from a security point of view, don't know which to choose.


Any help is very much appreciated, thanks.

G'Day RedDawn,

After a recommendation from Norm Cameron, I have just finished downloading Firefox 3 [UK English], and sure some things do look a little different, but I have still retained my Windows Live Homepage. Overall, a simple and quick download.

Don't know if it's the 'newness', but it seems to load webpages quicker.:D

cheers,

sassofalco.

Sunday 14Dec08 0802am Queensland; 'No-Script' Add-on installed.

 

[RedDawn]

Thanks Guys you've both been very helpful. I was borderline between Opera and Firefox, I'm going to download Firefox now.


All the best, RD.

 

[smarteyeball]

Your welcome

Also, try the add-ons Adblock plus and FlashBlock. Virtually add free browsing

 

[echrada]

Chrome is my browser of choice.

 

[smarteyeball]

I like Chrome too, it's quick and it's fast, but the lack of add ons are unfortunately a deal breaker for me. (I like my add ons )

 

[RichFrogg]

I vote for FF3 too. The only drawback is staying up all night discovering all the add-ons. Speaking of which, make sure you get the add-on that backs them all up. I don't remember the name of it though.

 

[RedDawn]

Just an update Guys,

Having a great time playing around with Firefox, just sorry I never tried it earlier, I might never go back to IE7 :D.

So far I've installed:
Adblock Plus
No Script
Flashblock
McAfee SiteAdvisor
Finjan SecureBrowsing

Thank again for your help, RD.

 

[swarfega]

Another vote for Firefox here, I just love its addons.

 

[sassofalco]

I like Chrome too, it's quick and it's fast, but the lack of add ons are unfortunately a deal breaker for me. (I like my add ons )

I vote for FF3 too. The only drawback is staying up all night discovering all the add-ons. Speaking of which, make sure you get the add-on that backs them all up. I don't remember the name of it though.

Just an update Guys,

Having a great time playing around with Firefox, just sorry I never tried it earlier, I might never go back to IE7 :D.

So far I've installed:
Adblock Plus
No Script
Flashblock
McAfee SiteAdvisor
Finjan SecureBrowsing

Thank again for your help, RD.

Another vote for Firefox here, I just love its addons.

Hallelujah Brothers! Add another conversion from the Road to Internet Explorer. Took a baptism of fire and an IE crisis to get me over, but in the relatively short time of Firefox 3 browsing that I've had.....Ah seen d'light!

Thanks smartyeyeball and Norm.:D

 

[smarteyeball]

I've already posted this in the Firefox turorial section (http://www.vistax64.com/tutorials/179887-firefox-speed-increase-2.html)

In case people missed it:


TweakGuides.com - Firefox Tweak Guide

21 about:Config Hacks(Tweaks) For Firefox 3

Optimizing Firefox 3 Hacks And Tweaks

p.s Your Welcome sasso. And I'm happy to hear your enjoying FF3 RedDawn

 

[GingerFox]

firefox is great, an add on i do recomend although dont know the name of, is an auto shutdown feature for your downloads, as i like to leave big downloads overnight and it then shuts down the pc all by it self after its done good 'firefox download shutdown'

 

[microdude431]

Firefox is great, I've been using it since the beginning! Adblock Plus is my favorite FF add on, I love the no ads browsing.

 

[evanofam]

i use ff2 and 3 (cuz of the issues of 2 and 3, i juggle between the 2), chrome, and Slimbrowser. SB functions a lot like opera/ff, but it runs off of your IE settings. Plus, its super secure, with TONS of security options.

 

[vistaHater9000]

My vote is for Chrome. True, like someone else mentioned, it does lack a bit of add-ons but it's fast, simple and easy to use and it looks great.