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Old 12-13-2008   #1 (permalink)


Vista Home Premium SP1 32bit
 
 

Alternative browser?

Hi Guys,

Concerning the Internet Explorer - New Zero-Day exploit in-the-wild, besides applying the workarounds advised, I've also seen it recommended to maybe use an alternative browser until this has been fixed.

I've only ever used IE7 and would like some advise please on which other browser I could use on Vista that would be the most secure.

I've been looking at Opera, Firefox and maybe K-melon or Google Chrome, but from a security point of view, don't know which to choose.


Any help is very much appreciated, thanks.


Last edited by RedDawn; 12-13-2008 at 06:04 AM..
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Old 12-13-2008   #2 (permalink)


Vista Ultimate SP2 x64 : Seven Ultimate x64
 
 

Re: Alternative browser?

Firefox has great add-on support, especially noscript, which is useful for blocking unwanted sites that are automatically connected to when visiting the main site. (ie Advertising sites, dodgy sites)

You can also add themes that will make it look IE.

Opera and chrome are also good browsers, but lack add-on support. I haven't used either for a while so I can't vouch for their current security status.

Many people have different preferences regarding browesers, so the best thing would be to try a few. However my vote goes to Firefox 3.
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Old 12-13-2008   #3 (permalink)


Vista Home Premium 32bit [x86] - SP2
 
 

Re: Alternative browser?

Quote  Quote: Originally Posted by RedDawn View Post
Hi Guys,

Concerning the Internet Explorer - New Zero-Day exploit in-the-wild, besides applying the workarounds advised, I've also seen it recommended to maybe use an alternative browser until this has been fixed.

I've only ever used IE7 and would like some advise please on which other browser I could use on Vista that would be the most secure.

I've been looking at Opera, Firefox and maybe K-melon or Google Chrome, but from a security point of view, don't know which to choose.


Any help is very much appreciated, thanks.
G'Day RedDawn,

After a recommendation from Norm Cameron, I have just finished downloading Firefox 3 [UK English], and sure some things do look a little different, but I have still retained my Windows Live Homepage. Overall, a simple and quick download.

Don't know if it's the 'newness', but it seems to load webpages quicker.

cheers,

sassofalco.

Sunday 14Dec08 0802am Queensland; 'No-Script' Add-on installed.

Last edited by sassofalco; 12-13-2008 at 05:03 PM.. Reason: Added Add-on detail
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Old 12-13-2008   #4 (permalink)


Vista Home Premium SP1 32bit
 
 

Re: Alternative browser?

Thanks Guys you've both been very helpful. I was borderline between Opera and Firefox, I'm going to download Firefox now.


All the best, RD.
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Old 12-13-2008   #5 (permalink)


Vista Ultimate SP2 x64 : Seven Ultimate x64
 
 

Re: Alternative browser?

Your welcome

Also, try the add-ons Adblock plus and FlashBlock. Virtually add free browsing
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Old 12-13-2008   #6 (permalink)


Microsoft® Windows Vista™ Ultimate x64 SP2 Windows 7 7127 x64
 
 

Re: Alternative browser?

Chrome is my browser of choice.
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Old 12-13-2008   #7 (permalink)


Vista Ultimate SP2 x64 : Seven Ultimate x64
 
 

Re: Alternative browser?

I like Chrome too, it's quick and it's fast, but the lack of add ons are unfortunately a deal breaker for me. (I like my add ons )
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Old 12-13-2008   #8 (permalink)


Vista Home Premium x64
 
 

Re: Alternative browser?

I vote for FF3 too. The only drawback is staying up all night discovering all the add-ons. Speaking of which, make sure you get the add-on that backs them all up. I don't remember the name of it though.
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Old 12-14-2008   #9 (permalink)


Vista Home Premium SP1 32bit
 
 

Re: Alternative browser?

Just an update Guys,

Having a great time playing around with Firefox, just sorry I never tried it earlier, I might never go back to IE7 .

So far I've installed:
Adblock Plus
No Script
Flashblock
McAfee SiteAdvisor
Finjan SecureBrowsing

Thank again for your help, RD.
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Old 12-14-2008   #10 (permalink)


Windows 7 Professional 64-bit
 
 

Re: Alternative browser?

Another vote for Firefox here, I just love its addons.
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