In addition to familiar names such as Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Cốc Cốc, Firefox must have known or heard of. So what is Firefox? What are the advantages and disadvantages, please follow the following article of Riviewer!
Firefox is an open source web browser developed by Mozilla. Firefox version 1.0 was first released on November 9, 2004. And the latest is the version of Firefox 90.0 released on July 13, 2021.
Firefox is widely used as an alternative to Internet Explorer 6.0. As it offers the ability to protect users from spyware and malicious websites. As it offers the ability to protect users from spyware and malicious websites.
Firefox version 2.0 was released in October 2006. This latest version comes with new features, such as:
- It has a mail component called Thunderbird.
- It provides a quick link to open the Google search engine.
- It is capable of searching multiple search engines simultaneously.
- It provides an efficient user interface.
- It has improved tabbed browsing.
- It offers new security features, including phishing protection.
2.1 Easy customization
For Firefox browser, you can easily customize the location, rearrange the widget icons according to your preferences and needs. This helps to personalize better than other browsers.
For example, you can customize frequently visited, recently visited websites so that you do not lose search operations. Those who like simplicity the most can hide it.
2.2 Extensions and Themes
Firefox has compatibility with a lot of extensions compared to other browsers. You can update to the latest version of add-ons right in the Add-ons management section of Firefox.
Besides, with a huge Themes repository that allows users to freely choose browser themes according to their preferences. This helps to increase the user experience.
2.3 High security
Firefox attaches great importance to the security of users when accessing the web. Helps prevent viruses, malicious websites and phishing schemes. The development team is constantly updating and patching vulnerabilities in their browser version to enhance maximum security.
Prominent as extensions are NoScript and FlashBlock which help to protect the well-known privacy enhancement of users.
2.4 User-friendly interface
Firefox browser interface is relatively simple and you can easily manipulate it from the first time. Even those who are not really tech savvy can quickly use it.
If you do not want to use the default interface, you can change the font, font size or color to your liking. In addition, there are still many other extremely interesting interface customizations that you should take the time to explore!
3. Disadvantages of Firefox
3.1 Compatibility
Some websites are not highly compatible with Firefox, leading to the situation that the website does not display the correct functions, the interface may not be displayed but desired.
However, today this problem is being fixed well by Firefox and is also very common when you encounter it.
3.2 Page load time
Regarding the loading time of web pages, Firefox is somewhat inferior to other tools such as Google Chrome, Opera. Users also often complain about this situation.
Besides, the browser provides some additional features that make the page load time slower. However, the difference is not too big and you can still use this browser fine.
3.3 Many Plug-ins
Many of the built-in Firefox Plug-ins also sometimes slow down the loading of web pages. However, you can customize to turn off unnecessary utilities and tools to improve this.
The problem of many Plug-ins stands from another angle, it also brings many benefits to users.
3.4 Download does not continue
This is something that you need to keep in mind when using the Firefox browser. Because it does not support the function to continue downloading a certain file that is interrupted halfway.
For example, you are downloading a GB file A, but there is a network problem that causes the download to be interrupted. After accessing it, you have to reload file A from the beginning which takes a lot of time and hassle.
4. How to check Firefox browser version and updates
Follow the steps below to check the Firefox browser version:
- Open Firefox browser.
- Press the Alt key to access the menu bar, then select the Help option from the menu bar.
- Now, select the About Firefox option from the drop-down list.
- You will then see a window showing the version of Firefox you are using. It will also automatically check for updates. If an update is needed, you can click the update button to install the latest version.
