
On September 1, 2008 Google released its very own open source web browser. Called the Google Chrome, it combines elements from the top 3 web browsers. Here’s a quick list:
In a stroke of creativity, Google even came up with a comic strip to explain why they created Chrome.
While Chrome’s feature set may be nothing short of revolutionary, what did catch my attention is its speed and memory utilization. Everything feels very snappy and responsive. One thing that caught my attention, though, is the memory utilization. Windows Task Manager reports five chrome.exe processes, and I only have three tabs open. The total memory utilization for all five processes amount to at least 108 Megabytes. I loaded these game tabs into Firefox 3 and it only consumed 60 Megabytes without any add-ons.
I guess I have yet to experience more of Google Chrome before I can come up with a fair verdict, but I can honestly say that I am enjoying the experience so far. I am already looking forward to future enhancements and developments of this browser.
At the end of the day, this browser does indeed pack a heavyweight punch while keeping everything slim and sexy.
Kudos to the Google Chrome team!
10 Responses to Google Chrome: the next Firefox?
Depert
September 6th, 2008 at 2:46 pm
I’ve try this web browser too. And i have same opinion with you. Memory consumize still bigger than opera. Nice review
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Binz
September 9th, 2008 at 9:08 pm
“On October 1, 2008 Google…” October or September??
Dennison Uy
September 9th, 2008 at 10:51 pm
Hey Binu, thanks for dropping by my blog
I believe October is correct. Please correct me if I’m wrong though!
Binz
September 10th, 2008 at 5:30 pm
Hi Den,
This month is September right? And Google released the Chrome this month beginning, how could it be October?
Dennison Uy
September 11th, 2008 at 11:52 pm
You are right. I am stupid
Fixed it now. Thanks!
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Mia Ackerman
October 9th, 2008 at 2:58 am
I’m hesitant to install it as I’m worried about my privacy. Google already collects a enormous amount of info on us, I don’t want them having that much access to me.
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Natalie
October 31st, 2008 at 10:53 pm
Graet post mate. Keep them coming….
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