http://www.komando.com/tips/12079/3-common-browser-misconceptions-explained-2/all
It makes sense that a newer version of a browser is better than an older version, but is one browser better than another? For example, Windows and OS X come with Internet Explorer and Safari installed by default. Is there any reason to go download and install Firefox, Chrome or Opera.
If you’re running Windows XP, the answer is a resounding YES! XP can’t run any IE version newer than 8, and IE8 is terrible at browsing speed and security.
If you’re still using IE8, I strongly recommend you switch to another browser. All the latest versions of the other browsers will work in XP.
For those running Windows Vista, 7, 8 or Mac OS X, the difference between browsers isn’t so great. If you have the latest version of your browser, they’re all similar in performance and security.
Firefox is great for people who love to have lots of tabs open at once and like to customize their experience with add-ons.
Chrome is geared toward speed and staying out of the way.
Opera is a solid all-around browser for speed and features, plus it works the same on every gadget.
It makes sense that a newer version of a browser is better than an older version, but is one browser better than another? For example, Windows and OS X come with Internet Explorer and Safari installed by default. Is there any reason to go download and install Firefox, Chrome or Opera.
If you’re running Windows XP, the answer is a resounding YES! XP can’t run any IE version newer than 8, and IE8 is terrible at browsing speed and security.
If you’re still using IE8, I strongly recommend you switch to another browser. All the latest versions of the other browsers will work in XP.
For those running Windows Vista, 7, 8 or Mac OS X, the difference between browsers isn’t so great. If you have the latest version of your browser, they’re all similar in performance and security.
Firefox is great for people who love to have lots of tabs open at once and like to customize their experience with add-ons.
Chrome is geared toward speed and staying out of the way.
Opera is a solid all-around browser for speed and features, plus it works the same on every gadget.