What browser should you use? Does it really matter? (2024)

What browser should you use?

Does it really matter?

The answers is - Yes, it does.

You can have a big impact on your online security by choosing the right web browser. As a business, it's important not to take any unnecessary risks, even if you prefer not to deal with IT megabrands.

Besides tracking your online activity, cyber criminals can also exploit bugs and vulnerabilities in lesser-known browsers to steal your data and compromise your entire system.

While selecting your browser carefully (and sticking with the same one across the business) is crucial, it's equally important to run updates and patches as soon as they're available to ensure your browsing is safe.

You may already know that Google's Chrome is the most popular desktop browser in the world - more than 6 out of 10 people use it. There are phishing and malware protections built-in (though you shouldn't rely solely on that).

Apple's Safari comes next, followed by Microsoft Edge. Like Chrome, Edge is fast, customizable, and easy to use. In addition, it offers clear privacy options, which are crucial when using a browser for business. Because it's a Microsoft product, it comes with some Microsoft-specific links. It's worth a try if you use Windows 11 but haven't used Edge yet.

When choosing a browser, security should be your top priority. Don't just stick with the default settings - customize them to suit your business needs. Take a close look at the threats, the settings that can help prevent them, and the usability... all at the same time.

A web browser may seem relatively simple, but if you want to take security seriously, it's more complicated than you think (and you should!)

Browser Tips

In order to improve the security of your web browser, you can implement the following measures:

1. Install security browser extensions from reputable sources.
2. Disable any extensions that may be compromising your privacy or hijacking your browser.
3. Turn off the built-in password manager to prevent stored credentials from being stolen in case of a lost or stolen device.
4. Use a reputable antivirus program that includes browser protection.
5. Disable the autofill feature, as it can easily be exploited by phishing scams.
6. Manage browser cookies to reduce tracking and prevent the stealing of cookie information by malware. You can block or delete certain cookies or block specific sites from the option windows.
7. Update your browser regularly, but be aware that updates may introduce bugs or break previously working features.
8. Use a 64-bit web browser which has greater inherent protection against malware attacks due to address space layout randomization.

Double check that you are using the 64-bit version of the browser by going to the menu and selecting Help or About and looking for the version number and 32/64-bit info.

Additional Q & A:

How does Windows 11's Focus Assist work?

With Focus Assist, Do Not Disturb is taken to the next level. By hiding distracting icons from your Taskbar, you can give some notifications higher priority than others. By using it together with Do Not Disturb, you'll be able to block out distractions to improve your focus

Is it possible to share a Word document without someone changing it?

Yes, of course! You can edit your document by clicking the editing button next to the share button at the top of your screen. Then choose whether the document should be accessible for editing, viewing, or reviewing. Whenever you are ready, you can change it back

Outlook allows me to unsend emails?

Occasionally. If both you and your recipient have Outlook email addresses, if the email hasn't already been read or opened, and if you're using a PC instead of a Mac. Open the email, go to File, and select Resend or Recall

Would you like us to suggest the best browser for your business? Would you like to make sure your current browser's security settings are optimized? Feel free to contact us - we're here to help.

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