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It may seem odd, but think twice before you believe any review for a web browser. With the growing popularity of different types of browsers, it is a dangerous battleground for companies. To make an analogy, it is similar to reading fans’ reviews on a gaming system, where of course many individuals have their favorite, and some don’t base their reviews on objective standards. Internet browsers are similar in this respect.
Due to the fan-like popularity of certain browsers over one another, it is not recommended that you trust readers’ reviews of a browser. Of course, some reviewers are objective, but it seems like a great amount of the time one person has a favorite, which lends to his or her perspective in the review. If there is one valuable point to a reader’s review for an Internet browser, it is with problems. If there is a problem with a browser, it is easy to see in readers’ reviews. It is recommended that you do not simply go with what browser a user likes, however.
Professional critics are much more trustworthy when it comes to an objective review of a web browser. Normally they are not swayed by their “favorite browser,” but are able to look at the browser as a whole to point out its advantages and disadvantages. For a more objective and complete review – which is in part due to the total nature of a browser (lots of different features/perspectives to consider) – go with professional reviewers.
The next time you see a user raving about how cool a new browser is, look for something more professional. Readers’ reviews are great for seeing how the latest version is in terms of bugs, but for a complete and (for the most part) non-partial analysis, look for critics’ reviews across the Internet and in magazines.
