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Firefox 3
Reviewed on June 17, 2008
If only for the speed, lightness of being, and security alone, Firefox remains our Editors' Choice for best Internet browser.
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Gussying up for the Opera
September 8, 2005
After a decade, CEO Jon von Tetzchner has learned a few lessons about how best to keep Microsoft at bay. Will they work for the next decade? Read on.
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Internet Explorer 7
Reviewed on October 18, 2006
IE 7 was Microsoft's one chance to leapfrog ahead of the competition, but the company has only barely caught sight of the current front-runners. For more features and greater security, switch to Mozilla Firefox.
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Attack code out for old Firefox bug
December 13, 2005
Publication of exploit code for older flaw underscores the need to keep browser software up to date.
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Opera 8 aims for simpler browsing
April 19, 2005
New version of browser aims to attract more first-time users, but can it match Firefox's pizazz?
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IE competitors mull ActiveX alternative
June 30, 2004
Mozilla, Opera, Apple, Sun and Macromedia plot a way for non-Microsoft browsers to run scriptable plug-ins.
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Internet Explorer 7 beta 2
Reviewed on January 31, 2006
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Study: Firefox still gaining on Internet Explorer
November 2, 2004
Mozilla Foundation continues to chip away at Microsoft's dominance, though nearly 19 of every 20 Web surfers still uses Internet Explorer.
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Major browsers bitten by security bugs
October 20, 2004
What do Internet Explorer, Mozilla's browsers, and Opera all have in common? Bugs.
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Image flaw pierces PC security
August 5, 2004
Six vulnerabilities in a common code that handles an open-source image format could open the doors to intruders.
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IE flaw may boost rival browsers
June 28, 2004
Security researchers suggest that using Microsoft alternatives is one way to surf the Web worry-free.
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Mozilla upstart looks up to Safari
February 19, 2003
A new development project based on Mozilla models itself on Safari, aiming to produce a smaller, simpler GNOME browser.
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Browsers add BitTorrent support
July 7, 2005
Opera releases a test version of its browser with support for the peer-to-peer program; Firefox on the way.
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IE gaps that need to be plugged
September 30, 2004
Surfers and developers say Internet Explorer lacks some must-have features and standards. These requests top the wish list.
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Phishing flaw a danger to alternative browsers
February 7, 2005
A security weakness in a domain-name standard allows attackers to spoof Web sites on non-Microsoft browsers.
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Browser phishing 'flaw' could hook users
December 9, 2004
Security issue allows an attacker to send victims to legitimate sites and then take control of pop-up windows and grab sensitive information.
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A decade on the Web with Netscape
October 13, 2004
As the ground-breaking browser turns 10, News.com looks back at its impact and ahead to a coming overhaul. Where are Netscape's pioneers today?
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Week in review: The wild, wild Web
July 2, 2004
Just when you thought it was safe to wade back in, new threats mingled with old flaws to make surfing no day at the beach.
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