In the age of the Internet and social networks, only the lazy one does not know what a browser is. This is a web browsing application software. Each product has its own unique features, but not all browsers are good. And there are absolutely no ideal ones among them: someone has security problems, someone does not work well with content, and some have remained at the development stage. However, there is one interesting program - Comodo Dragon Internet Browser, which leaves a mixed impression. On the one hand, this is what was so lacking. But on the other hand, the feeling of some kind of incompleteness does not leave. Let’s take a closer look at this software product.
What kind of program is this?
Comodo Dragon, reviews of which will be considered a little later, is a browser based on the notorious Google Chrome. It is worth noting that Komodo is well known in the world of cyber defense. Its antiviruses are used by many. And so the company decided to create a fully secure browser. But creating a competitive product from scratch proved to be very troublesome. Therefore, the guys from Komodo just took the Chrome program code (it's good that it is open) and slightly changed the interface. The result is a completely new browser.
However, the main feature of this program is not the interface or program code at all. He is interested in what is positioned as a product that is able to fully protect user data. And it's not a joke. The browser uses an advanced DNS server. Comodo Dragon, reviews of which are ambiguous, was able to catch on among some users. But to the mass of the same "Chrome" or "Firefox" he is still far away. And it’s not even that few people know about him. It just does not represent anything interesting. The same Chrome, only in profile.
Work speed
Since the browser uses a typical “chrome” engine, it is not surprising that it works quite quickly. The page loading speed is almost the same: that of the product from Google, that of Comodo Dragon. User reviews confirm this. However, the Dragon requires much less RAM. This has a positive effect on the cold start speed. The developers told the true truth when they claimed that their fake is much faster than Chrome in terms of launch. But along with this important advantage, there are also disadvantages. So, the work of the "Dragon" is very unstable. He can "fly out" at the crucial moment. The guys from Komodo with the source code were wise.
Interface
The appearance of the browser almost completely repeats the Chrome interface. Those who are accustomed to using the development from the Google company will not feel any discomfort by reseeding to this browser. But even without identity, the interface is simple and intuitive. Unlike proprietary Chrome, this browser lacks integration with Google services, a search engine from the same company and company logos. Instead of the usual circle with Google flowers, the user is waiting for the Komodo logo. And it’s not so bad. The location of the controls is also standard. But the settings icon has moved to a new place. However, finding it is not difficult. These are the features of the design and appearance of Comodo Dragon. Comments and reviews of those who use this particular Internet browser make it clear that the design turned out to be extremely successful.
Extension support
Since Dragon is a complete copy of Chrome, it is not surprising that it can use exactly the same extensions as Google’s browser. However, some of them may cause problems. The fact is that the Chrome engine used in Dragon is not updated from Google servers. And with updates at Komodo, not everything is going smoothly. Sometimes they slow down quite a bit. Therefore, those extensions that require an updated engine may not be installed. And one more nuance: the extensions will have to be installed manually, and not using the usual Google store, since there is no support for these services. But this is not the most terrible drawback of Comodo Dragon. User reviews will tell more scary stories.
User reviews
Here the opinions of users are divided. There is an army of fans of this product from the Komodo company, but there is no less numerous group of those who consider that this browser is not worth a damn. How to understand who is right? Here you will have to study the comments and understand what can be attributed to constructive criticism, and what is “baby talk”. Let's start with the positive reviews.
So, a certain number of users claim that the "Dragon" is much faster and more adequate than the same "Chrome". Not to mention the Firefox. But this statement is very doubtful. In synthetic tests, "Dragon" showed performance results lower than that of a product from Google. Comodo Dragon reviews also praise the security of this browser. But we'll talk about this in the negative reviews section. But even without that it’s clear that not everything is smooth. Many users also praise the ability to install extensions from Chrome. But here, not everything is smooth: you need to install it manually, and it won’t work if the engine is not updated.
Now negative reviews. Here, all in unison complain of constant browser crashes. And this is not slander. During the test, he flew out three times. Disgusting stability. Now about the notorious security. Advanced tests have shown that this browser is no better protected than other products. So users will have to look for another browser. For example, Tor. Another browser works very poorly with Flash content. Also a little discouraged that there is only a version for Windows. The developers of Mac and Linux were not happy with the porting to their operating systems.
Conclusion
So, we reviewed the Comodo Dragon browser. Reviews of him make it clear that "the patient is more likely dead than alive." No optimization, untimely updates, manual installation of extensions, a boring interface and "chromosomeness." All this makes this product not particularly attractive. Good thing it's free. Many users do not recommend installing this browser, although the developers call it "multifaceted." They mean increased security, unsurpassed speed, convenient interface. The best, according to users, is considered Yandex. It is as safe, convenient and simple as possible.