When a user buys a computer they find that there is usually stock software installed on the computer. There is the customary games, applications, and word processing programs. One of the things that comes equipped on the computer is Microsoft’s Internet Explorer. It’s a web browser and it has been around forever. However, to those in the know they will tell you that not only is Internet Explorer only one of many web browsers around, but it’s not nearly the best one on the market. Here’s a look at some of the better alternatives to Internet Explorer that are on the market.
Mozilla Firefox
This is probably the most popular web browser that is one the market. It touts itself as the most customizable web browser on the market. Users can change the font, the color scheme, and the what is represented on the toolbar. Firefox also features some of the best updated security measures. These measures are increased pop-up protection and alerts for sites that are not considered safe by Firefox.
Google Chrome
This web browser doesn’t get the attention, and it’s certainly not flashy, but it might be the best browser on the web. It’s whole gimmick is simplicity. There are few icons and no advertisements. There are just bookmarks. What makes Chrome so good is that there is an integrated search bar in the web address bar. It’s one of the better web browsers out there, and from a company like Google, nothing less should be expected.
Opera
This is a much lesser known web browser, but one that has been around for 15 years. This browser is very big on the widgets that it’s user can put onto their browser. It’s fully customizable and has improved it’s protection to users over the year. They also tend to cater to businesses. They pride themselves on being able to help a business with their web strategy. These are better alternatives to Explorer.