Browser Review: IE, FireFox, Chrome or Opera, who's better?

[GreyWolf]

Just went for a visit to another client of our. Major travel agency, and guess what? They are running Firefox! I nearly did my job for free

[Stuart]

Thankfully there is a 2003 interface ribbon for 2007(10?) that makes office usable once more.

The menu system for 2007/10 is far superior to what it was in 2003.

[hobojvr]

Thankfully there is a 2003 interface ribbon for 2007(10?) that makes office usable once more.

The menu system for 2007/10 is far superior to what it was in 2003.

In my experience it's a love it or hate it thing. I do really like and use the referencing database feature of 2007, makes typing a thesis bearable as referencing is a real pain.

I can generally find commands much faster using the menus than hunting around the ribbons. UBit office menu plug-in for those interested.

As for the browsers, I think Firefox has the edge. Some plug-ins are really useful. Stuff like rows of tabs, colouring, grouping, etc makes heavy browsing much easier. I used Opera for a long time but FF became so good it's all I use now. The personas are nice to personalise the interface a bit. IE8 threw me off IE. Took "long" to open new tabs. Made browsing a pain for me. IE9 beta is out, might try it out.

[ryanrich]

Thankfully there is a 2003 interface ribbon for 2007(10?) that makes office usable once more.

The menu system for 2007/10 is far superior to what it was in 2003.

+1

Some people are just against progress, damn counter revolutionaries. Probably still use XP as well...

[doo_much]

Thankfully there is a 2003 interface ribbon for 2007(10?) that makes office usable once more.

The menu system for 2007/10 is far superior to what it was in 2003.

+1

Some people are just against progress, damn counter revolutionaries. Probably still use XP as well...

Some of us like using out keyboard to do things, especially in Word and Excell. The ribbon is kinda counterproductive if you're used to doing that.

[hobojvr]

Thankfully there is a 2003 interface ribbon for 2007(10?) that makes office usable once more.

The menu system for 2007/10 is far superior to what it was in 2003.

+1

Some people are just against progress, damn counter revolutionaries. Probably still use XP as well...

Not quite...I run Server 2008R2 at home from DreamSpark with the Windows 7 eye-candy switched on

[Tribble]

Nope - the sortcuts still work. 2007 is AWESOME!

[Ron2K]

How did a browser thread end up being a Microsoft Office thread?

[doo_much]

Nope - the sortcuts still work. 2007 is AWESOME!

Yes, if you know them from the top of your head...

How did a browser thread end up being a Microsoft Office thread?

Welcome to the Forums Ron2000 - feel free to introduce yourself in the applicable thread.
Oh, and a word of warning - very few threads on these forums stay on subject and ALL get spammed...

[Ron2K]

Very well then. Temporarily locking this thread until you lot learn to behave.

[ryanrich]

Who is spamming, the MS ribbon and simplistic design of newer MS products is quite relevant I thought, when talking about IE9.

Anyways, I quite like the look MS is going with, very similar to their Windows Phone 7 style. IE9 Beta is still going well in my testing, very quick and looks sleek with Win 7!

[Ron2K]

OK fine, unlocked. But keep the thread on topic this time.

[ryanrich]

OK fine, unlocked. But keep the thread on topic this time.

I didn't go off topic, haha.

So anyways. It seems to me like Opera is sort of stagnating and isn't developing as fast as the likes of FF, Chrome and IE, anybody else notice that?

[Tribble]

Yep - it is not even keeping up with my BB browser. Stopped using it completely now. Opera just seems sluggish.

[Stuart]

For a good look at its newfound capabilities, browse within IE9 to www.afrihost.com.

[Xiphan]

Yes, that is a bug, and people are aware of it:



Amazing how people ridicule a browser that's still in beta. If you use the compatibility view it looks fine:

[Stuart]

Historical Browser Statistics

Outdated, unfortunately, but still a nice representation.

[Xiphan]

Today Opera software revealed some exciting news about what new features Opera 11 will contain. Most notably will be the support for extensions.

Opera 11 will have Extensions

Good news, everybody! Today, at Up North Web, Opera Extensions was confirmed to be a feature of Opera 11.

What are Opera Extensions?

Extensions in Opera is a way for you to easily add new functionality to your Opera browser experience. Developers can easily create extensions using open standards (HTML5, CSS, JavaScript) and supported APIs.

Extensions will be based on the W3C Widget specifications and this is being considered for an Open Standard effort.

Will Opera Extensions be similar to extensions in other browsers?

Yes, Opera Extensions will be similar in some ways and we have tried to make it easy to port extensions from certain browsers.

We are committed to open web standards and this is an important part of our strategy, so if you find us deviating from other solutions out there, this might be why.

What does an extension look like?

Some extensions have user interface elements, but not all. An extension can for example add a button next to the Google Search field with a popup menu when you click on it. Other extensions don't have user interfaces at all, but run in the background.

How will I install Opera Extensions?

Once you have Opera 11 installed you can click on an extension and a small Install-window will appear. Click 'Install' and you're done. You can also drag and drop an extension onto Opera Desktop if you have an extension stored on your computer.

What kind of APIs will you support?

With the first iteration of Opera Extensions we are focusing on open web standards and 'getting it right'. Our alpha release supports injectable JavaScript, callouts, certain UI items and a basic Tabs and Windows API.

How can I get Opera Extensions?

Opera Extensions is not available yet. Once Opera 11 is out, you will be able to fully enjoy and use Opera Extensions.

Where can I find developer information on extensions?

Once Opera 11 Alpha is out, you will be able to find all the information you need to develop and publish extensions on our developer site Dev Opera.

Where can I find Opera 11?

Opera 11 Alpha will be made available soon at http://www.opera.com/browser/next/.

[rustypup]

Naughty M$ - no biscuit ...

for those who find links complicated, alien, creatures: - in news that only shocks microsoft devotees, mickeysoft bust for cheating on their sunspider test in IE9...

fastest browser my hairy nipples...

<incomming fanbois in 3...2...>

[lancelot]

Today Opera software revealed some exciting news about what new features Opera 11 will contain. Most notably will be the support for extensions.

Opera 11 will have Extensions

Good news, everybody! Today, at Up North Web, Opera Extensions was confirmed to be a feature of Opera 11.

What are Opera Extensions?

Extensions in Opera is a way for you to easily add new functionality to your Opera browser experience. Developers can easily create extensions using open standards (HTML5, CSS, JavaScript) and supported APIs.

Extensions will be based on the W3C Widget specifications and this is being considered for an Open Standard effort.

Will Opera Extensions be similar to extensions in other browsers?

Yes, Opera Extensions will be similar in some ways and we have tried to make it easy to port extensions from certain browsers.

We are committed to open web standards and this is an important part of our strategy, so if you find us deviating from other solutions out there, this might be why.

What does an extension look like?

Some extensions have user interface elements, but not all. An extension can for example add a button next to the Google Search field with a popup menu when you click on it. Other extensions don't have user interfaces at all, but run in the background.

How will I install Opera Extensions?

Once you have Opera 11 installed you can click on an extension and a small Install-window will appear. Click 'Install' and you're done. You can also drag and drop an extension onto Opera Desktop if you have an extension stored on your computer.

What kind of APIs will you support?

With the first iteration of Opera Extensions we are focusing on open web standards and 'getting it right'. Our alpha release supports injectable JavaScript, callouts, certain UI items and a basic Tabs and Windows API.

How can I get Opera Extensions?

Opera Extensions is not available yet. Once Opera 11 is out, you will be able to fully enjoy and use Opera Extensions.

Where can I find developer information on extensions?

Once Opera 11 Alpha is out, you will be able to find all the information you need to develop and publish extensions on our developer site Dev Opera.

Where can I find Opera 11?

Opera 11 Alpha will be made available soon at http://www.opera.com/browser/next/.

What is this huge sig that you have showing? I would certainly consider nuking it.

[hamin_aus]

<incomming fanbois in 3...2...>

HOW DARE YOU CRITICISE INTERNET EXPLORER I'M GOING TO FIND WHERE YOU LIVE AND SLASH YOUR TIRES AND FURTHER MORE YOU DONT EVEN KNOW WHAT YOU ARE TALKING ABOUT GO BACK TO YOUR MOMS BASEMENT AND PLAY DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS I MODERATE AN INTERNET FORUM AND AM AN EXPERT AT EVERYTHING I.T. RELATED I CAN SAY WITHOUT A DOUBT THAT IE IS THE BEST BROWSER OF ALL TIME AND ANYONE WHO DISAGREES IS CLEARLY BRAIN DEAD OR POSSIBLY ADDICTED TO NARCOTICS STOP BROWSING THE WEB ON SAFARI ON YOUR IPHONE AND GET A LIFE AND A GIRLFRIEND BECAUSE YOU ARE DEFINITELY A VIRGIN

[rustypup]

IE exploit exposes users to risk! - the end times are nigh!

actual source without the horrible reporting in the first link

Set Internet and Local intranet security zone settings to "High" to block ActiveX Controls and Active Scripting in these zones

so... what... no BackOffice/Reporting Services?... sure.. let me go turn those off right awa.. aaargh! why are they stabbing me?!

other workarounds include registry hacks to hobble mhtml...

[JollyJamma]

Hey guys I'm using RockMelt which you will point out is just Chrome in drag but it's wicked cool.

Can't wait for FF4 to come out tho.