Why Use Firefox?
There is an ongoing battle between FireFox and IExplorer users. Much like the battle between Mac users and PC users - no one has substance to their argument, other than the fact they just like their operating system - no one has any substantial reason for switching to Firefox or staying with IExplorer. I use both, so let me share with you the pros and cons of both. This first article is all about firefox, so if you’re remotely curious as to why you should use Firefox, then please read this article.
Firstly, Firefox is simple. Many ISP (internet service providers) like AT&T/SBC, Comcast, and others love to give you a new browser that is full of complicated tools, toolbars, and features that crowd up the screen and ultimately make your web browsing experience cluttered, slow, and enjoyable. Firefox is sleek and simple and has all that you need to browse the internet. It’s simplicity calls for a faster, more enjoyable experience online which could cause anyone to make it their default browser.
Secondly, Firefox is safe. Firefox has a built-in pop-up blocker and security tools which, much unlike IExplorer 7, are easy to customize and even disable. It lets you know when you may be entering a malicious site that could infect your PC with viruses, spyware, and/or adware. IE7 tends to block WANTED popup windows that you click on, which is an annoyance if you need to access that webpage - Firefox simply adds a new tab with it’s built in tab-browsing for links that lead to a needed/wanted popup. This will save space on your taskbar.
Thirdly, Forefox has useful features. Alongside tabbed browsing, Firefox reads websites the way they should be read. This is great for web developers who need cross-browser testing utilities. It has a “safe-mode” that removes any and all add-ons, and has a “No Page Style” option that removes all CSS and some other scripts. This is great for security purposes.
If this isn’t enough, Firefox is customizable. I love customizing the way things look on my computer, and knowing that Firefox has this feature makes it a winner in my opinion. You can download themes at https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/browse/type:2 to have a totally custom webrowser. On top of changing the look, there are other “add-ons” that you can download at https://addons.mozilla.org/ There are add ons that are useful for anyone and everyone. Just go there and see what they have to offer!
Another great thing is that Firefox is Free…enough said.
Now there is alot more to Firefox that I just don’t have all the time to write about. If you want to read about all that Firefox has to offer, go here: http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/features/
What Do You Think?
Do you use Firefox? What do you like/dislike about Firefox? What is your favorite web browser? Let me know what you think. Send me an e-mail at david@funkytower.com, or discuss it with the public by leaving a comment! I look forward to hearing what you have to say!
Take it easy 
David Crandall
Tags: 7, Firefox, Firefox 3, IExplorer, Internet Explorer, Web Browser
