The technology behind Google Chrome is from the open source project called ' Chromium' which has also facilitated the creation of derivative browsers such as SRWare Iron, Comodo Dragon and even Opera's new-generation browser is based off of Chromium. Many believe that it is the fastest browser on the market, but Firefox fans may disagree and even today's revamped Internet Explorer remains contender. With that said, Google Chrome is a fast web browser with a very minimalist interface. Its growth has not been without controversy and increasing awareness of privacy issues with Google's browser have hampered its growth.
Microsoft Internet Explorer used to be the king of the castle, slowing being overtaken by Firefox in many countries around the globe and from nowhere, Google Chrome started picking up market share.
There are currently three leading browsers on the market and today, Google Chrome seems to be topping the charts thanks to the aggressive advertising campaign that was launched several years ago promoting Google's web browser. Advertisement Hard to beat when it comes to web browsing speed.Ī pretty fast web browser developed open source by Google.
