Every year there are more and more different systems for the effective use of the Internet. By 2017, the number of computer browsers has increased markedly. This article will present the top 10 browsers recognized by users as the most convenient, efficient and fast.
Avant browser
The top 10 best browser for computers opens unfairly little-known web browser Avant. This is a fairly fast and light browser that runs on a whole database of engines: Gecko, Webkit, as well as Trident. The program is completely and completely free, as it is distributed under the GNU license. It is worth noting, however, copying some of the functions presented by the browser from other programs. So, many elements of Avant strongly resemble the structure of such famous browsers as Mozilla and Opera. Plugins and settings of the browser presented are implemented from Internet Explorer.
The fact that Avant copies the functional elements of many other web browsers does not mean at all that the program is irrelevant or "second-rate". On the contrary, combining all the best components from more well-known browsers, Avant is a very good option for accessing the Internet. Moreover, the program contains a number of original advantages, which would definitely be worth noting. So, it is necessary to highlight the following points:
- The main advantage of the browser is the incredibly low level of consumption of system resources;
- In the browser, ad blocking is set by default;
- it is possible to quickly take a screenshot of the pages of sites;
- there is the ability to quickly switch to popular domains;
- the interface is very easy to configure - for users it is possible to install about 30 different skins;
- the browser starts instantly.
Thus, Avant takes the honorable tenth place in the top 10 best browsers for computers.
Pale moon browser
In ninth place in the top 10 browsers for computers is put a little-known, but very high-quality web browser Pale Moon ("Pale Moon"). It should be noted right away that this browser is based on the source code from the famous Mozilla browser.
The main feature of the Pale Moon, and at the same time, its main advantage is the presence of a whole set of internal improvements. Due to a number of specific features of the presented web browser, using the Internet will be much more convenient and efficient. Pale Moon runs on the latest processor with a high-quality set of instructions on the type of SSE2, and therefore the performance of the program, even in comparison with large browsers, is very high.
What is the difference between Pale Moon and Fierfox? For what reasons should you prefer the browser in question? It is necessary to highlight the following differences of the "lunar" browser:
- lack of parental controls and Active X functionality;
- the function of scanning files after downloading them is disabled;
- Added tab preview function when they are actively switched;
- requires a pretty modern processor.
Thus, Pale Moon is a pretty good alternative to Mozilla. The main feature of the "lunar browser" is the absence of all unnecessary and unnecessary details that could significantly hamper the effective use of the Internet. At the same time, the program itself works only on computers with fairly powerful technical characteristics. As a result of this, Pale Moon occupies an honorable ninth place in the top 10 of the best browsers for computers.
Qupzilla
In eighth place of the top 10 popular browser for computers is a very lightweight and nimble Qupzilla web browser. The main advantage of this Czech browser is its high-quality optimization for almost any platform. Qupzilla is an incredibly lightweight and simple structured program. If the main goal of the user is to view text documents on the Internet, and not work with heavy applications, then the presented browser is the best option.
What is the difference between the program in question and other web applications? Yes, practically nothing. All the same icons, tabs, history and download system - in this regard, Qup developers do not try to shine with originality. When planning Qupzilla, a company of Czech Internet technologists and programmers tried to rely, first of all, on the goal of creating speed and functionality of the application. The browser has a high-quality adblock, which allows you to effectively block any advertising. And thanks to the built-in Reader RSS, users of the web browser in question will be able to find out the latest news in a timely manner. In addition, the browser has a quick access function. The user will be able to quickly and easily arrange the browser homepage according to their preferences.
Why is Quipzilla in eighth place in the top 10 Internet browsers? Firstly, this observer is not too famous among Russian citizens. Secondly, it still has a number of significant drawbacks that should be corrected as soon as possible. So, the main disadvantages of the browser include the lack of frequent updates and not the most aesthetic appearance.
K-meleon
In seventh place in the top 10 browsers for PC is a very old, but rather high-quality browser K-Meleon. Probably every person who actively used the Internet in the early 2000s should remember this program. The presented browser was born in 2001, and is still not inferior in popularity to many, even the most famous and modern web browsers. What is the reason for the high quality of this product? Firstly, constant updates. K-Meleon is constantly being upgraded. The browser runs on the same engine as Mozilla, but it has significant differences from the latter. The main and most important difference is the ability to economically consume computer resources.
The browser, unlike many of its competitors, requires very little: just a small part of the RAM and a small expenditure of the processor. Another key advantage of the K-Meleon web browser is the ability to use the native PC interface. Thanks to this simple function, the resources and time that can be spent on the interface are saved very well. Increases speed and quality of work. Any user is able to personalize the browser for themselves - and all thanks to a wonderful macro system.
Why is K-Meleon only seventh in the top 10 PC browsers? Firstly, a significant drawback of the presented web browser is a very simple, and therefore not the most aesthetic design. Secondly, the program has a number of minor errors: for example, incorrect reflection of texts, pictures, etc. However, all problems are corrected in time with timely updates.
Yandex browser
Finally, go to the list of more well-known programs. The sixth place in the top 10 browsers for PC gets the famous Yandex.Browser, which was released not so long ago - only in 2012. What is the difference between this web browser, what are its advantages and disadvantages?
The first thing to highlight is a really high level of security. The program very carefully and thoroughly checks all downloads and files for any malicious elements. It will not be so simple to catch a computer virus while working with Yandex.Browser: a well-built testing mechanism will reliably protect the user from harm.
The web browser has some great add-ons. This is a high-quality ad blocker, and stylish features like "backlight for video", "reading mode", etc. Add-ons can be turned off at any time. It is also worth noting that a very high-quality translator is built into the browser, which is in no way inferior to the Google system.
Now it’s worth moving on to the program’s shortcomings, which clearly illustrates why Yandex.Browser is in sixth place in the top 10 browsers of 2017. The first and most important minus of the browser is the obsessive service from Yandex. The search box of the same name, hated by many Yandex.Bar - all this can significantly spoil the impression of, in general, a pretty good browser. The second drawback is related to possible problems that may arise when viewing the story. However, timely updates to the program can qualitatively correct the situation.
Tor
In fifth place is the most “dangerous” and hateful to the authorities of many states Internet browser. TOR is known to many Internet users, primarily because of its ability to circumvent a large number of locks and bans. The program under consideration allows people to enter the so-called "black Internet" - a place that is not accessible to everyone.
The TOR browser is, in a way, a collection of tools that help ensure user safety when browsing any Internet page. The presented browser is able to provide the citizen with complete anonymity in any work on the Web. TOR is similar to Fierfox. This is enhanced support, a wide range of settings, high-quality privacy, etc.
This browser is unlikely to be needed by an ordinary Internet user. So, if there are top 10 fast browsers for PC, TOR would definitely take the last place in it. This is a very sluggish, slow and almost in no way optimized program. However, this major drawback is offset by high-quality security of use, a wide range of settings and the ability to get to even the “darkest” corners of the Internet.
As a rule, TOR starts from a flash drive. Only in this case no one will be able to find out about the possibility of using this program by any citizen. Another question is whether this is so necessary for the average Web user. A law-abiding citizen is unlikely to care about secret data or little-known pages. Because of this, poorly optimized for PCs, but very secure TOR ranks fifth in the top 10 browsers of 2016 or 2017.
Mozilla firefox
Fourth place in the top browsers for Windows 10 (or versions slightly older) takes the famous Mozilla Firefox. As of 2017, tens of millions of people in a wide variety of countries use the web browser provided. This is a constantly updated and modernizing program. It is this factor that makes the browser so high-quality. What other advantages of the application should be called?
The named web browser is a very flexible and efficient program for working on the Internet. Despite the somewhat outdated concept, simple design and minor errors in the work, the browser in question boasts the following features:
- Extensive, incomparable with any other browser settings system. There is almost everything here that would allow an ordinary Internet user to tailor the web browser to their individual preferences.
- Convenient and aesthetically pleasing interface. Despite some old-fashionedness, as well as the separation of URl from the search field, the appearance of the web browser still remains very nice and interesting.
- The presence of more than 100 thousand plug-ins.
- The browser runs on absolutely any platform.
- Reliability and safety. Firefox often leads in comparison to other browsers when it comes to blocking malicious information.
- The most convenient starting panel.
- The web browser is being updated in the background.
In the top browsers of 2017 (for Windows 10, 8 or 7), the Firefox browser takes only the fourth place, although ten years ago it would definitely have taken the first one. What is the reason? Of course, this is the emergence of new, more advanced and modern Internet browsers. Plus, Firefox has a significantly outdated engine. However, all these factors in no way prevent millions of users from staying on this platform.
Microsoft edge
The Edge browser has replaced the old Internet Explorer, which has not been noticed by users for many years. Edge is rightly placed in third place in top browsers. For Windows 10, the Edge browser is one of the best options. This is a program with a very nice interface, extensive functionality and a wide range of settings. It is the complete merger with the tenth Windows that makes the presented browser one of the most high-quality and reliable products of recent times. What are the advantages of Microsoft Edge here?
- Reading mode. Of course, this feature is far from fresh. However, Edge in this regard has definitely surpassed all its competitors. Here is the opportunity to emphasize the text in a variety of colors, and the preservation of information, and the ability to quickly get rid of all interfering elements. The developers of the browser in question did a really great and high-quality job.
- Speed. Having abandoned all obsolete standards, Edge developers have created a new engine that allows the browser to work faster even than Chrome.
- Voice Assistant. Cortana will arrive in Russia soon. However, for English-speaking users, this is a real discovery and one of the most popular features.
However, Edge also has a number of drawbacks, due to which the web browser in question is only in third place in the top 10 browsers for Windows 7, 8 or 10. So, it’s worth noting the most familiar and convenient design, as well as the banal lack of extensions . The developers nevertheless promise to fix all existing problems in the very near future.
Opera
The second place in the top browsers for Windows 10, 8 or 7 is occupied by the notorious Opera web browser. The program is already more than 23 years old, however, for all this time it is only gaining momentum and becoming more popular. All this happens, of course, thanks to constant and timely updates, allowing you to qualitatively upgrade your browser.
The presented web browser has both a number of advantages and a number of significant disadvantages. It is worth starting with the advantages of the browser. Here it is necessary to highlight the following points:
- The browser supports turbo mode, implemented through cloud technology. Thanks to this, any pages, tabs and files are displayed very quickly and easily. Here it is worth noting significant traffic savings.
- Link technology allows you to synchronize data quality on a variety of devices.
- There are a number of hot keys that greatly simplify the management process.
- The web browser has a very convenient express panel with all kinds of saved bookmarks.
- "Opera" does not require high computer characteristics, it is able to work with a small amount of RAM.
At the same time, the browser has several disadvantages, because of which it is only in second place in the top 10 browsers:
- Without a download history, the user is not able to work with the same browser for a long time. Just with the downloads, “Opera” has a considerable number of problems. Despite constantly updated updates, the presented web browser still contains a number of shortcomings in the operation of scripts, WML forms, downloads, and some other elements.
- "Opera" has a kind of bookmarking system called the "piggy bank". Despite the fact that the solution itself is quite interesting, poor implementation of this function does not allow it to be fully convenient and of high quality.
Thus, Opera remains one of the best browsers in the world, but not without drawbacks.
Google chrome
Of course, it is Chrome that is recognized as the best web browser of all existing. He entered the top 2016 browsers for Windows 10, 8 or 7. And, of course, very deserved: it is a really high-quality and effectively implemented product used by millions of people around the world. This is not to say that Chrome is a browser without flaws.
It also slows down occasionally and requires a large amount of RAM. However, all the available advantages of the presented browser completely cover all possible disadvantages. Here is what is worth highlighting here:
- really high speed;
- reliability and safety, implemented using the latest technologies;
- the presence of the incognito mode;
- nice interface;
- stable operation without strong brakes;
- wide toolkit;
- the presence of a voice assistant;
- Constant updates conducted in the background, and therefore do not interfere with the user's work;
- automatic translation of pages into the desired language
... and many other features. Chrome really is a quality browser. Most users do not even need to prove it, it is already installed on most PCs.