Browsers: types, differences, opportunities

So, today we have to study browsers with you. The types, possibilities and differences of this software - that's what you should pay attention to. In fact, this issue is not so complicated, if you figure out what's what. And few people have not heard of browsers. In the modern world, this software has long been an integral part of the standard software. So it is unknown only to newcomers. Let's try to understand what exactly is going on, as well as what kinds and differences are available for browsers. After you can choose the best option for your computer.

Window in the Internet

First, you need to study the very concept of the browser. Types of browsers and the possibility of these - the question is more simple. To begin with, it is important to understand what exactly is at stake. What software are we dealing with?

A browser is a so-called window on the Internet. An application that serves to enter the network and visit a variety of web pages. Sometimes it is also called an Internet browser. The origin of the term is very easy to understand. Here English comes to the rescue. After all, if you think about it, then browse is to browse. A browser, respectively, a program that helps to watch a variety of Internet resources. It would seem nothing difficult. But there are different kinds of browsers. And the possibilities for this software are diverse. What you should pay attention to? What are Internet browsers? What to choose for yourself?

Standard set

The thing is that our today's subject of discussion is endowed with a variety of possibilities. It all depends on which option is in front of you. But in general, the functionality of browsers converges. What can be included in it? What standard functions are included in all such programs?

There are different types of browsers. Typically, among standard functions, browsing of web pages and other Internet resources is selected. That is, any browser will allow you to engage in so-called Internet surfing.

You can also add interesting pages to your bookmarks. They will be saved by a separate address in the corresponding menu item of your browser. The next opportunity that every Internet browser has.

Plus, here you can save passwords and logins from web pages. Usually this happens automatically, the user only needs to confirm the action. The built-in search function via the address bar also takes place.

Another very interesting feature that all existing types of browsers have is the work with the so-called visit history. You can turn it off at any time or see when and on which page you visited. This item is also called privacy settings.

As you can see, there are a lot of options. The standard feature set of all browsers does not differ much. Is that the signatures of the menu items. But this does not end there. Each user is able to independently expand the functionality. About this a little later. First you need to know what browsers can be. The types, differences, pluses and minuses of each - that's what many are interested in.

"Chromium"

Let's start with the most popular, widespread and successful version. This is a browser called Google Chrome. Actually, this is the brainchild of the famous "Google". A similar Internet browser appeared not so long ago, around 2008. But now he has won the hearts of many users.

The fastest, most productive and easy to use and customizable option. Working with him is convenient. There are almost no crashes and problems, the operating system does not load when it starts up. Popular "Chrome" was due to the lack of high demands on computer resources, as well as for security.

If you work with Google a lot, then this is an ideal option for you. There is a special menu for working with the "Google" account. Very convenient, if you think about it. By the way, "Chrome" is suitable even for weak computers. This is what attracts many people. The main types of browsers, as a rule, require several times more computer resources than Chrome.

"Mozilla"

Nevertheless, competition among Internet browsers is still available. In second place is Mozilla Firefox. This content is somewhat reminiscent of "Chrome", but there is longer than the brainchild of "Google". True, is "Mozilla" more demanding to the computer. It loads the system to a greater extent. Nevertheless it remains to this day popular and in demand.

Why? All kinds of browsers (the list of these now we are studying) have their pros and cons. In "Chrome" is a low demand and speed. And the "Mozilla" - speed and great opportunities in the field of settings. That is, the functional software. It is Mozilla Firefox that has advanced settings that allow you to use all the features of the utility as accurately as possible. In principle, if you are not a fan of "Google", and the computer you do not have too old, you can use "Mozilla".

"Opera"

What other browsers are there? The species are diverse. But among the most popular still singled out "Opera." This is a fairly old, but no less common browser. Its main advantage is the functional of the software. It is expanded to the maximum. After installing the application, the user gets a whole set of useful extensions for the browser, which will help extend the standard functions. That is, you do not need to download and install anything yourself. A lot of settings, functions and buttons are what the advanced user needs.

Only now, Opera is demanding because of its capabilities. Moreover, a beginner can not understand this browser. After all, as it was already said, a lot of various functions are hidden in it. In principle, a good option for those who are already familiar with the Internet. Of course, the computer needs more help than for the same "Mozilla". But this is not such a problem.

"Explorer"

We almost disassembled all the popular types of browsers. The features of each utility are the same. Now you should pay attention to the most popular, to be exact, on the constantly occurring option. It does not please the users very much, but sometimes there is simply no choice. It's about a program called Internet Explorer.

Perhaps, every user is familiar with this software. This is a standard Internet browser, which is included in the list of programs "Maikosofta." Demanding to the computer, not too functional. Security is "lame", and the speed of work leaves much to be desired.

Most often, "Explorer" is called a browser for downloading browsers. It means that on the "clean" operating system you will use Explorer only once - while you download the installation file from another browser. Few people are working now with the Explorer. Many people notice that the computer slows down very much during the launch of this utility. Even the most powerful, playful. Therefore, it is recommended not to "communicate" with Internet Explorer too often. Interestingly, it is often called the Donkey. Probably, for speed of work and stubbornness.

"Yandex"

Recently, popularity has become one more option. Browsers (we almost completely studied them together with the possibilities of each sentence) are all free and available. Many programmers try to create and promote their Internet browser. Yandex.Browser appeared relatively recently. This is the offspring of Yandex.

Actually, it is similar to something with "Chrome". Only now "Google" offers a more simple and convenient interface. In addition, the functionality of Chrome is larger than that of "Yandex." Although the speed, security and exactingness to the computer is almost the same.

It is not difficult to guess that "Yandex.Browser" is adapted to work with the same search engine. If you constantly work with the "Yandex" account, then this browser will make your life easier. It has everything you need for the convenience of such users. There are no other significant differences.

Apple

So we found out what browsers can be. Types, differences, as well as the characteristics of each now is not such a mystery. But all the previous utilities were invented for "Windows". Do not forget that there is also MacOS, Apple products.

For such users has its own, "proprietary" browser - Apple Safari. No special features are vested. It's just an Internet browser from Apple for MacOS. Something like "Explorer." Only it works better, faster and does not annoy users.

Usually those who use Apple, it is with the "Safari" work on the Internet. It has the most common, unencumbered settings, clear and unobtrusive interface. So you can pay attention to it. Especially if you have a MacOS.

Capabilities

On this you can end the conversation about the types of browsers. The most popular, safe and used variants were presented to our attention. Moreover, now it is clear what functions are in this or that software. But, as already mentioned, you can expand the functionality of any Internet browser, give opportunities that were not originally.

How exactly is this done? By installing special extensions and plugins. This is a kind of additional functions that are built into the browser. Each type has its own extensions. It's enough just to download and enable them in the software settings.

What plugins and extensions can there be? Any. Here you can find and protection from advertising, and applications for downloading videos / music from social networks, and just some mini-games, as well as entertainment software. In general, the list can be continued indefinitely. So, the capabilities of browsers are not limited. Is that the resources of your computer and the creativity of developers.

What to choose

Which browser should I choose to work with? Every user decides for himself. In any case, preference is given to safe and fast options. If you use a Google account or just a search engine of the same name, and you need a fast software that guarantees the security of your network - the choice is for Chrome. In second place - "Yandex.Browser" (of course, if you use the capabilities of this hosting). It is also recommended to stop the selection on "Mozilla".

"Opera" is a browser for advanced users. Beginners are not recommended to contact him. But from the "Explorer" it is preferable to refuse. It is this software, as a rule, a lot of problems for users brings. Consider this factor when choosing a browser. The final decision is yours!