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Microsoft has changed the look and feel of its venerable browser while adding some much-needed security features.
A versatile Internet browser, Opera 9 beta 1 bundles desktop widgets and other unique features. But can it win over those fleeing from Internet Explorer?
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If you're only after speed, try Safari but keep your other browser, too. Security buffs should skip Safari for now.
If you're only after speed, try the Safari beta but keep your other browser, too. Security buffs should skip Safari for now.
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