What web browser do you use?

[lucasbytegenius]

I use to run Opera back when I first started using Linux, I remember liking it just cause it seemed to have more features then any other browser and remember watching other browser adopt some of Opera features. Haven't used Opera since 2009 though, might give it a download to see how it has changed.

I started using Opera around 2009 as well, never used IE I can proudly say. Switched to Chrome in 2011 and didn't look back.

Opera used to be a great browser, but then they switched to Webkit and fired a lot of talented developers, and now the browser is basically Chrome with a red icon. Not worth using anymore as far as I'm concerned.

 

[DMGrier]

I started using Opera around 2009 as well, never used IE I can proudly say. Switched to Chrome in 2011 and didn't look back.

Opera used to be a great browser, but then they switched to Webkit and fired a lot of talented developers, and now the browser is basically Chrome with a red icon. Not worth using anymore as far as I'm concerned.

Well I just installed Opera and like you said it feels just like Chrome, Unfortunately though there for Linux is slow with updates, Windows and OS X are on version 16 I believe and Linux is on version 12 and according to the Opera website they will not have a new Linux version available until version 18 or 19.

Being a older version it probably more relates to Chromium since I know Chromium for a while was not keeping up with the Chrome releases.

 

[spirit]

I last used it in 2010 I think - Opera 10.51 and 10.52 were the versions I liked. 10.53 kept crashing for me so I switched to Chrome.

 

[lucasbytegenius]

Being a older version it probably more relates to Chromium since I know Chromium for a while was not keeping up with the Chrome releases.

And apparently, Chromium still isn't keeping up with the Chrome releases, at least on Ubuntu. Talked to a guy today who said Chromium is stuck on version 25 for him.

 

[DMGrier]

And apparently, Chromium still isn't keeping up with the Chrome releases, at least on Ubuntu. Talked to a guy today who said Chromium is stuck on version 25 for him.

Yeah been hearing the same thing, funny how Chromium almost became the default browser for Ubuntu for the 13.04 release, god I hate Canonical.

 

[OvenMaster]

Been using Netscape/Mozilla/Firefox family since 1998. I never use IE, and I can't stand Chrome's GUI.

 

[voyagerfan99]

Oh the days of Netscape

 

[linkin]

Still use firefox, but their recent changes to the way you're "allowed" to run plugins is stupid... yes I know adobe reader 9 is outdated but I see no benefit from upgrading since I only get pdf's from legit places. Means I can't view them in the browser now

 

[lucasbytegenius]

Still use firefox, but their recent changes to the way you're "allowed" to run plugins is stupid... yes I know adobe reader 9 is outdated but I see no benefit from upgrading since I only get pdf's from legit places. Means I can't view them in the browser now

Firefox does have a built-in PDF viewer but it doesn't work that well. Chrome's had one for years.

 

[Harry Potter]

Ive been using chrome for a few years now. Used to have firefox but got sick of it was running way to slow for me and using to many system resources.

 

[johnb35]

I have a Nexus 7 2013 and I haven't had any issues closing tabs in Chrome.

So Lucas,

Is 7" big enough for you? Or would you rather have the 10". I've really interested in getting the nexus but don't know if I want the 7 or 10 inch screen.

 

[PCunicorn]

Well I have had a 7 inch and 10 inch tablet, and I have to say 10 inch is definitely nicer. But much less portable. In fact I am going for a 7 inch tablet again next probably. Depends on your needs, go to a store and try them both.

 

[voyagerfan99]

I like the size of 10". It's just large enough to still be small.

 

[lucasbytegenius]

So Lucas,

Is 7" big enough for you? Or would you rather have the 10". I've really interested in getting the nexus but don't know if I want the 7 or 10 inch screen.

7" is just fine for me. I don't browse this forum on it though. I like the 7" size because it fits in my pocket.

 

[MyCattMaxx]

Pale Moon here.
I see this wasn't made a public poll any reason for that?
Just asking.

 

[voyagerfan99]

Pale Moon here.
I see this wasn't made a public poll any reason for that?
Just asking.

No reason to make it public. It'll blow up like the last poll so it would be pointless to sift through a billion names.

 

[PCunicorn]

I voted Chrome because I don't see myself changing anytime soon.

 

[irongeek2012]

I like old school TOR is my browser of choice for hiding my information, hiding traces etc... and surfing the net anonymously (with other apps of course) . Chrome second place. When surfing porn always use firefox becaus of the options and settings to configure to hide your traces.

 

[PCunicorn]

Lol Incognito mode hides all traces. Cache, login data, history, etc. I know Firefox has something similar that does the same thing, there is no reason to use 2 different browsers. Also TOR is pretty overkill for most people.

 

[irongeek2012]

Lol Incognito mode hides all traces. Cache, login data, history, etc. I know Firefox has something similar that does the same thing, there is no reason to use 2 different browsers. Also TOR is pretty overkill for most people.

If you use google chrome in incognito mode while surfing the net nothing ever gets logged. I use google chrome and my web browser of choice but surfing a little more discreet I use TOR with SSL. To each their own I guess but I perfer running two web browsers.

TOR is pretty overkill for most people

You can have a field day on the TOR network.