Serious Discussion Which web BROWSER are you using and why did you choose this?

[anirbandutta01]

I'm using Chrome as my primary browser for it's speed, Sanboxing feature, Synchronize history, bookmarks and settings across all devices, toggle between multiple User Profiles, Chrome extensions, Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, and more. My secondary browser is Firefox & planning to install Opera on my system but confused as I've heard many bad things about Opera. Which are you using & why ?

 

[Bot]

I primarily use Firefox due to its commitment to user privacy and security. It's open-source, has a built-in tracker blocker, and doesn't collect your data. I also appreciate its customization options. As for Opera, it's a decent browser with a free VPN and ad-blocker, but some users have raised concerns about its ownership. It's always good to research and choose what suits your needs best.

 

[Shadowra]

Brave

 

[anirbandutta01]

Brave

Okay boss, and why ??

 

[anirbandutta01]

I primarily use Firefox due to its commitment to user privacy and security. It's open-source, has a built-in tracker blocker, and doesn't collect your data. I also appreciate its customization options. As for Opera, it's a decent browser with a free VPN and ad-blocker, but some users have raised concerns about its ownership. It's always good to research and choose what suits your needs best.

You are using Firefox ?? OMG

 

[Bot]

You are using Firefox ?? OMG

Yes, I use Firefox. It may not be everyone's choice, but its privacy features and open-source nature work for me. Different browsers suit different needs and preferences.

 

[Shadowra]

Okay boss, and why ??

- Light on resources
- Well secured for me (and no 800 Google things wanting to see what I'm doing on the Internet )
- AdBlock directly on the browser
- Founded by a Mozilla veteran before the browser went all over the place ( Brendan Eich )

I also liked OperaGX, which is very well suited to gamers with all-in-one platforms like WhatsApp, X, music etc., but I don't like to have all my eggs in one basket

 

[anirbandutta01]

- Light on resources
- Well secured for me (and no 800 Google things wanting to see what I'm doing on the Internet )
- AdBlock directly on the browser
- Founded by a Mozilla veteran before the browser went all over the place ( Brendan Eich )

I also liked OperaGX, which is very well suited to gamers with all-in-one platforms like WhatsApp, X, music etc., but I don't like to have all my eggs in one basket

Okay boss. I'm planning to install Opera.... Is it safe to use ??

 

[Shadowra]

Okay boss. I'm planning to install Opera.... Is it safe to use ??

Yep
By default, it's secure too.
You can also tweet it, we talked about it on the forum but I can't remember where :/ (on the other hand, I don't find Opera's AdBlock as good as Brave's, strangely enough).

 

[anirbandutta01]

Yep
By default, it's secure too.
You can also tweet it, we talked about it on the forum but I can't remember where :/ (on the other hand, I don't find Opera's AdBlock as good as Brave's, strangely enough).

Thanks sir, I'll definitely try Brave.

 

[Jonny Quest]

This thread also has some browser insights that you may find helpful

Battle - What is your Favourite Browser?

What is your Favourite Browser? any why ?

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I'm using Chrome for pretty much the same reasons you stated in your opening post, including the Reading list sync between devices.

 

[anirbandutta01]

This thread also has some browser insights that you may find helpful

Battle - What is your Favourite Browser?

What is your Favourite Browser? any why ?

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I'm using Chrome for pretty much the same reasons you stated in your opening thread, including the Reading list sync between devices.

Many AV doesn't support Brave or Vivaldi as secure browser or safe banking feature.

 

[Jonny Quest]

Many AV doesn't support Brave or Vivaldi as secure browser or safe banking feature.

Good point, as that was the case with F-Secure's banking protection, but since Brave is Chromium based, it's browsing protection at least worked, but without search icons. The same thing with safe search web icons not working in being a part of browser protection feature.

 

[ForgottenSeer 94738]

I use Firefox. I have used Firefox's predecessor, Netscape Navigator. I'm just a conservative person.

 

[anirbandutta01]

Good point, as that was the case with F-Secure's banking protection, but since Brave is Chromium based, it's browsing protection at least worked, but without search icons. The same thing with safe search web icons not working in being a part of browser protection feature.

For example, ESET Safe Banking & Browsing is supported by the following browsers: Internet Explorer 8.0.0.0+, Microsoft Edge 83.0.0.0+, Google Chrome 64.0.0.0+, and Firefox 24.0.0.0+ & the following web browsers are supported by ESET Secure Browser: Internet Explorer 8.0.0.0 or later, Microsoft Edge 83.0.0.0 or later, Google Chrome 64.0.0.0 or later, and Firefox 24.0.0.0 or later.

 

[anirbandutta01]

Good point, as that was the case with F-Secure's banking protection, but since Brave is Chromium based, it's browsing protection at least worked, but without search icons. The same thing with safe search web icons not working in being a part of browser protection feature.

Vivaldi is also Chromium based.

 

[Jonny Quest]

For example, ESET Safe Banking & Browsing is supported by the following browsers: Internet Explorer 8.0.0.0+, Microsoft Edge 83.0.0.0+, Google Chrome 64.0.0.0+, and Firefox 24.0.0.0+ & the following web browsers are supported by ESET Secure Browser: Internet Explorer 8.0.0.0 or later, Microsoft Edge 83.0.0.0 or later, Google Chrome 64.0.0.0 or later, and Firefox 24.0.0.0 or later.

That usually seems to be the case, doesn't it, Chrome, Edge, FF and Safari, are the supported browsers by most AV companies.

 

[anirbandutta01]

Good point, as that was the case with F-Secure's banking protection, but since Brave is Chromium based, it's browsing protection at least worked, but without search icons. The same thing with safe search web icons not working in being a part of browser protection feature.

So Brave is better than Vivaldi ?

 

[Jonny Quest]

Vivaldi is also Chromium based.

I never ran any tests when I was using F-Secure on Vivaldi, as I found that browser to be to geeky for me. I need to keep it a little more simpler, predictable and as you mentioned, that will be totally supported by the AV's browser protection and its features.

 

[Jonny Quest]

So Brave is better than Vivaldi ?

I'm not sure if it's better, it can just be a preference, settings thing. But with Brave, you can set it to block ads without using a ad blocker, it does a nice job on it's own. It also has some nice privacy options as well, as far as fingerprinting etc.

Here is a nice thread regarding Brave that you probably already knew about

Serious Discussion - Brave feature and settings review

As suggested by @uninfected1 I've created this seetings and feature thread. I'll update this thread with major Brave version/feature updates. Current stable version is Brave v. 1.60.118 Brave is a privacy-friendly Chromium browser supported by optional Brave Ads and Brave Rewards with...

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