Firefox 3

[Seno Ypsamee]

I know this.

It just seems like they would have picked a better design for their new browser.

Acutally, correct me if I'm wrong, somebody, FF3 is based off your settings for your current desktop theme. I use StyleXP, so I have a Halo theme currently, and FF looks like it without even changing a thing. I used IE for a long time before the switch to Firefox. Then, before I got IETab (an add-on to Firefox that allows you to view webpages in either IE style or FF style) when I opened IE to look at my websites, I hated it. The scrolling speed is sooo much slower... I know that isn't too big of a deal, but I was just so used to FFs fast loading and scrolling, that IE started to bug me. I know I'm pretty much rambling here, but here's a few other reasons FF is better, in my opinion.

Better security. No site is safe nowadays. You can get a virus from downloading from a site like Microsoft.com anymore! With Firefox, it will automatically block sites that have been flagged as dangerous, but they still give you the option to view it.

Faster loading times. Come on, you pay good money to keep your connection at 100 mbps, I know I do, so why should you have to utilize less of it while browsing online? Sure speed isn't much, but if you're paying for a 100 mbps connection, you should be connecting to websites at 100 mbps. Sure there is probably not a browser out right now that does really utilize 100% of your connection, but Firefox is probably the closest, especially with Firefox 3.

More customization. Internet Explorer, king of the bland layout, in my opinion. Firefox's default theme is the same, but I can change it. I probably have 10 or more themes that I alternate between regularly, all of which I picked myself. I also have a bunch of nifty add-ons like ForcastFox, which allows me to view weather in my area, and RUWT? Sports Toolbar that keeps me up to date on all my favorite sports. Also, it's open source, so I don't have to wait for Firefox to officially release their own add-ons, because faithful Firefox users do it for them. It's fun tinkering with coding like that, and with Firefox, I can do it LEGALLY.

There are a lot of other things, but I thought I'd touch on the ones that really gather people's attention most (just look at other posts, everyone used these exact examples). I personally love Firefox, and I'd probably never use anything different. I'm not trying to change your mind, for that's impossible, but what I am trying to do is let you know some of the great features of Firefox. If you want to read more, go to their homepage or Google 'firefox,' you'll find a lot. Of course, saying it's better than IE is total opinion, it does have a few more features than IE that I personally like. Thanks for reading, I know I made you all go insane with boredom.

Thanks for posting about FF3. I didn't know it was out and I downloaded it instantly.

Firefox is the tool I use most at work. It's the first browser I test all my websites in. I can't tell you how frustrating it is to develop for IE. Nothing kills me more to see something basic render incorrectly (margins, padding, borders V_V). Firefox produces the most predictable display so I start with it and do workarounds for IE. Also, Firefox supported PNG transparency and tabbed browsing before IE. I feel like if there's a new feature to be had, Firefox will deliver it.

FF3 seems to have load times like Safari but comes with all the goodies I'm used to. A major plus.

From a pure user's standpoint, I think IE is okay, but it just doesn't offer the things I personally need for casual or professional use.

I test webpages in FF first, then fix it to fit IE. Actually, to tell you the truth, I've actually put on one of my sites 'Best viewed in Firefox' because I didn't feel like fixing it in IE at the time. The tabbed browsing is great. I'm running 4 tabs right now opposed to 4 windows. It really helps cut down on how much memory is being used up. As for transparent images... thank you Firefox! I used to get so frustrated when IE would put a white background in for transparency. It looked really bad on a dark background. Truly, that's what finally made me change to Firefox.

 

[leegrisham]

I agree. FF > IE6 or 7
Firefox had tabbed browsing before Microsoft even thought it was a convenient idea.
I have been using firefox for years and years, I love it - people who prefer IE haven't used FF.
Everyone I know who knows anything about computers prefers FF and most denounce IE.

If you haven't used both - or don't know enough about PCs to know which is better I don't think you really have an opinion -
saying things like IE7 has tabbed browsing so its better and that IE can be as secure as firefox shows that you must not know your facts on the issue.

 

[Toby]

I prefer IE7, It's got a very sleek design and it's alot more convinient then firefox. (example, deleteing the cache and web history can be done by 2 clicks)

Use FF, press Ctrl+Alt+Del. done. Firefox saves the day. (Or, of course, you could use the menus: Tools -> Clear private data).

leegrisham is right: please, know both before comparing.

 

[Gokussj5okazu]

I agree. FF > IE6 or 7
Firefox had tabbed browsing before Microsoft even thought it was a convenient idea.
I have been using firefox for years and years, I love it - people who prefer IE haven't used FF.
Everyone I know who knows anything about computers prefers FF and most denounce IE.

If you haven't used both - or don't know enough about PCs to know which is better I don't think you really have an opinion -
saying things like IE7 has tabbed browsing so its better and that IE can be as secure as firefox shows that you must not know your facts on the issue.

QFMFT. I deal with people that try and say IE is better having never tried FF. It gets real annoying.

 

[abandonship]

Haha, it's an internet browser! It doesn't matter!


Hahahahaha

 

[Ral Partha]

I've been a Firefox user since Day One because of its tabs and pop-up blocker features, which IE simply copied. I just can't stand IE.

 

[Tater Mane]

Haha, it's an internet browser! It doesn't matter!
Hahahahaha

Actually, it does.

That is like saying the 360 and PS3 are both gaming consoles, so it doesn't matter which one you buy.

huuuuurrrr

 

[abandonship]

Actually, it does.

That is like saying the 360 and PS3 are both gaming consoles, so it doesn't matter which one you buy.

huuuuurrrr

PS3 and Xbox 360 don't play the same games. Internet browsers take you to the same websites.


High five for a horrible analogy!

 

[Tater Mane]

They both have different features, some better than the other.

Different people have a taste for different things.

But I will give you a pat on the back for trying.

 

[abandonship]

Haha, now you are trying to make me look like an idiot. Is this that big of a deal to you? It really doesn't matter. You use what you use and that's it.

You're trying to make me feel stupid, but it's not working. I will give you a pat on the back for trying.

 

[Tater Mane]

I wasn't trying to make you look stupid.

You called me out on my analogy, I explained the reasoning behind it, then you claim that I was trying to make you look stupid.

 

[abandonship]

Ahem

huuuuurrrr

But I will give you a pat on the back for trying.

But whatever. Arguing about this is about as stupid as arguing about which browser is better. haha


I'll download Firefox later and see if it suits my needs.

BTW sorry if I seem like a jerk, no hard feelings?

 

[Tater Mane]

Ahem
But whatever. Arguing about this is about as stupid as arguing about which browser is better. haha
I'll download Firefox later and see if it suits my needs.

BTW sorry if I seem like a jerk, no hard feelings?

No one was arguing which was better? Unless I am illiterate, or just missed a post or two.

No firm feelings.

 

[Toby]

Haha, it's an internet browser! It doesn't matter! Hahahahaha

Well, judging by the amount of posts you've left here, it obviously does matter.

Which hopefully and conveniently brings us back on topic!

Any Opera fans tried IE7/FF3?