Google Webkit Speeds Up IE

How embarrassing is it for Microsoft that Google has designed their Webkit Frame to work with Internet Explorer? Recent tests show that IE performance is increased ten fold!

I downloaded it and installed it and loaded up IE just to see the difference, and what do you know… it loaded like Chrome, quick and lag free.

You can get it here: http://code.google.com/chrome/chromeframe/

Critics: Of course, this plug-in didn’t come without security critics flailing their arms and yelling about the decreased protection. But, hey, lets be honest. When it comes to web browsing… we all want a fast experience… if our security is lessened somewhat but prevents me from smashing my face off my monitor, I’ll take it.

Source: Chrome Frame Making IE Less Secure – From Internetnews.com

After searching the internet for a few minutes, I did find some more evidence to suggest that this is a deceptive ploy to get developers to target Chrome. The frame work changes the meta replies so that IE now answers as Chrome. What does this mean? It means that the websites that avoid supporting Chrome may end up having to in the long run. End users want performance, and will most likely make the switch especially after they notice a most increase in browsing speed.

Source: Chrome Erodes IE from the Inside – Betanews.com

Eric Wiegand

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Focus: Web design, General Tech
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