Firefox: Benefit Analysis versus Internet Explorer by Matt Bacak
Most of Firefox's advantages are MSIE's disadvantages, and vice-versa. This article will look at some of the advantages and disadvantages of Firefox in relation to MSIE. Advantages Security Security is often cited as the primary reason for users switching from MSIE to Firefox. ... Another consideration, however, is that even an incomplete switch from MSIE to Firefox could result in less technical support, since the Firefox users would be less likely to need help with fixing their computer after an MSIE-related security breach.

Niche Software Steals Microsoft's Thunder by Jim Edwards
When you think of software and personal computers (PCs), you think Microsoft. The global software giant dominates the PC market in both penetration and pocketbook. It seems you can't go a single day without seeing at least one news story and several advertisements for Microsoft or a Microsoft... ** FireFox Web Browser ** Security problems always seem to plague the Microsoft Internet Explorer (IE) Web browser. ... Available free from www.Mozilla.org, FireFox offers not only a full-featured Web browser without the security problems, but also a number of features not available on Internet...

Computer Performance Tips by David Mahler
Introduction In this article I will clearly spell out the most effective steps you can take in order to increase the performance of your computer and enhance your computing experience. More Memory (RAM) If your computer has less then 256 MB of memory you may want to consider adding more. ... Surf the Web faster Firefox (getfirefox.com) is a new browser that is faster and more secure then Internet Explorer. ... Download and install this program today and replace your current browser which most likely is Internet Explorer.

Living Dangerously - Unprotected Surfing May Cost You Your Identity by John Garvey
Running a late model OS on your computer like Windows XP or Vista? Doing a lot of surfing on the net? How is spyware treating you so far? You don't know? I think it would be wise for you to find out. No it's not enough to just accept whatever came with your computer and assume you have nothing... If you use Internet Explorer I would stop and change to Firefox. ... While Firefox has not always been squeaky clean, it is a lot less vulnerable to attack since it is not tightly coupled to the operating system as IE is.

Pop-ups - 5 Ways to Stop by Jason Kohrs
5 Ways to Block Pop Ups... Advertisers are constantly looking for any way to draw attention to their products. Although typical banner ads are still used heavily, they now seem to be almost invisible to the average web surfer. Pop ups and other intrusive types of advertising are now used to... The Crazy Browser application then takes the base functionality of Internet Explorer and adds features similar to Firefox, such as the pop up blocker and tabbed browsing. ... Firefox is a highly customizable web browsing application that includes an effective pop up blocker, tabbed browsing, and many...

Changing General Default Settings in Windows XP by Josh Chandler
Windows XP has what is called default options. These options are there from the first time you start up your PC. The defaults are as follows Internet Browser- Internet Explorer Email Client- Outlook Express Media Player- Windows Media Player Instant Messaging Program- Windows Messenger... Click to see it as default.The computer has registered Internet Explorer as the default, so every other program becomes secondary to that. ... This can be your web browser or media player or instant messaging client.

5 Mac Security Tips You Can’t Live Without by Paulo Fretowski
So, you’ve bought a new Macintosh, and now you may be wondering how to make it safer. There are several things that you can do which will protect your Mac from viruses and hackers. Macs are already very difficult to hack, but don’t let that fact allow you to become lenient with your security. ... Safari can also be a problem if you are going to a web page that requires a version of Internet Explorer or Netscape to view it. ... You can download Internet Explorer and Netscape for Mac, but again, some believe that these browsers are not as safe from hackers.

Speed Up Your Surfing with Bookmarks by Deepak Morris
Do you visit the same sites often? Do you, for example, log into your web-based email account, visit online forums / networks, visit blogs, etc. on a daily basis? If so, and you aren't already using bookmarks to manage your online activities, this article will tell you how to speed up your... Internet Explorer calls them "Favorites". ... 3.1 To Export your Bookmarks from Internet Explorer Go to File-->Import and Export This will start the Import and Export Wizard, which will guide you through the steps to export your bookmarks.

Explore the Internet in a Whole New Way by Daniel Punch
For a long time now Microsoft's Internet Explorer has ruled as 'King of Internet browsers'. Like many of Microsoft's products an initially brutal marketing campaign pushed Internet Explorer into the mainstream's consciousness and from then on it was the logical, default choice. ... Currently, according to http://www.w3schools.com, IE is the browser used by 69.9% of Internet users and Firefox is used by 19.1%. ... What this all leads to is a much neater Internet experience, with you being able to group certain pages into browser windows, leaving the start bar much cleaner and easier to...

What Are RSS Feeds? by Rob Wynne Jones
The Basics If you are new to the terms RSS or news feeds then you are in the right place, read on and find out a little more about them and how they may offer you or your business a new way of communicating. RSS Feeds or news feeds are growing quickly and have become a major part of the... We will use Mozilla Firefox and Internet Explorer 7 as examples because they are very simple to use. ... There are many to choose from, some Internet browsers such as Firefox (our favourite at Blueprint IT) have a built in RSS reader but there are many stand alone pieces of software which are also free...