Google appears to be heating up the browser war by introducing the company’s own open source Web browser called Chrome. Word of the new browser first spread thanks to an early release of a comic strip that depicted the Chrome and its functionality.
One of the Google Chrome functions is powerful tabbed browsing that will allow each tab to run its own processes, improving overall speed and performance. This will require additional memory upfront, but will improve stability when opening and closing multiple tabs over time.
The Google Chrome will also be running with Webkit, which can also be found in Apple’s Safari browser and the upcoming Android mobile platform. In addition to Webkit, Google has also built its own JavaScript virtual engine called V8 that will improve the rendering of JavaScript applications. Google will also make V8 available to other browsers as well.
Of course, the Google Chrome will also have robust search features built in. The Chrome will feature an address bar, called the omnibox, which will also enable users to search using their favorite search engine. The Chrome also supports private Web browsing thanks to its Incognito mode that prevents the browser from recording any information your activity. The tabs will also be located above the address bar, rather than below such as with other browsers.
Security has also been a top priority in the development of the Google Chrome. One such security feature is the sandbox that will help stop malicious malware from getting through. In addition, a constantly updated list of phishing and malware websites will also be downloaded to the user’s computers to help warn users before visiting potentially harmful sites.
Not only is Google trying to continue its ongoing battle with Microsoft by fighting Internet Explorer’s dominance, but it will also be competing with Mozilla’s Firefox and Apple’s Safari browsers.
With an additional Web browser available, car dealers need to consider compatibility issues when developing their websites. Chances are that the Google Chrome will have a strong following considering that many users already using Google’s search, email, and chat products will also be curious about their new browser.
The Google Chrome should be available in beta tomorrow.
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