Browsers
Create a Simple, Awesome Browser Start Page with Fav4
by Evan Wondrasek on March 5, 2010
I recently asked my friends on Twitter what they used for their browser start page, and it seemed like most people used about:blank, Google/Firefox Start, or iGoogle. I personally use iGoogle because I can combine a lot of information into one page, but I often find myself wanting something a little simpler. Fav4.org is an browser start page that offers just that. Fav4 is very simple – you... [Read More]
Time to Upgrade: Google Ending Support for Internet Explorer 6 Soon
by Evan Wondrasek on February 5, 2010
Google recently announced that as of March 1st, 2010, they will no longer be supporting Internet Explorer 6 in their web applications, starting with Google Docs and Google Sites. It’s safe to assume that many of their other web applications will soon follow, as they promise that this year will be a “great year for Google Apps”. If you’re currently using Internet Explorer... [Read More]
Optimize Your iGoogle Personalized Homepage with Super iGoogle
by Evan Wondrasek on January 26, 2010
I use iGoogle as my browser start page which allows me to quickly view things like the news, weather, movie showtimes, my to do list, and email when I open my browser. iGoogle is completely customizable and supports a great variety of themes. I only have one problem: the search header and sidebar take up a lot of valuable space that could be used for content. A simple way to condense the extra... [Read More]
What’s New in Firefox 3.6
by Dustin Patterson on January 21, 2010
Today marks the release of the latest version of the Firefox web browser – Firefox 3.6 Some changes to the popular web browser have come about in the latest release, and are outlined below. Lightweight themes Included in Firefox 3.6 are lightweight themes, also known as Personas. When using Personas, users will have the ability to quickly change themes without having to restart the browser. ... [Read More]
5 New Year’s Resolutions For Your PC
by Dustin Patterson on December 31, 2009
With the start of a new year fast approaching, many people are making personal New Year’s resolutions such as to lose a few pounds or save some extra money. Your PC is also looking for changes this New Year. Here are 5 simple New Year’s Resolutions for your PC. 1) Upgrade your web browser Upgrading your web browser is one of the best things you can do for your PC in the new year. ... [Read More]
Google Chrome (finally) Offers Support for Extensions
by Evan Wondrasek on December 8, 2009
For many of us, extension support was the last thing that was holding us back from fully switching to Google’s Chrome web browser. As of today, you can browse the officially opened Google Chrome Extension Gallery which offers 300+ extensions and growing. To enable extension support, you’ll have to download and install Chrome beta first. A couple extensions I’m most excited about:... [Read More]
Essential Add-ons for Firefox #3: Netbook Edition
by Evan Wondrasek on October 6, 2009
In the third edition of our Essential Add-ons for Firefox series, I’ll be showing you how to maximize your usable workspace in Firefox. This is especially useful for netbooks, which have small displays and typically offer a very limited amount of vertical space. The goal of this guide is to free up as much vertical space as possible and put a clear focus on the most important part of your netbook:... [Read More]
Google Chrome Turns 1, Celebrates With Great JavaScript Performance
by Evan Wondrasek on September 2, 2009
Google Chrome, a recent entry to the Windows web browser market, celebrates its first birthday today. Chrome has offered many improvements throughout the last year of its development, namely an incredible 150% increase in JavaScript performance since its initial release. This performance increase is definitely noticeable in the performance of Google Chrome Experiments, which is a showcase of innovative... [Read More]
Essential Add-ons for Firefox #2: Socialite Edition
by Evan Wondrasek on September 1, 2009
In the second installment of Techerator’s Essential Add-ons for Firefox series, I’ll be covering add-ons that help unleash the social maven deep inside of you. Whether you’re the core of your internet social circle or just want to use your email and Twitter better, this guide will give you the tools to use your browser to its full potential. Shareaholic Shareaholic is the best... [Read More]
Aviary Makes Online Image Capturing and Editing Easy
by Reis Pritchard on July 23, 2009
One problem I have come across again and again online has been the struggle of how to capture screenshots of web pages to show my friends, co-workers, or family. Stumbling upon the relatively new Aviary.com was the solution to that very problem. Aviary.com is one of the most significant websites I’ve seen in a while. It offers multiple image editing applications online, right from their... [Read More]
