Secure Web Browsing
Web browsing gives you a wealth of information and access to the world’s knowledge however, it also opens the doors to malicious attackers. Attackers can target the browser in order to snoop the data that it transmits (such as when people type in personal data into forms) or exploit weaknesses within the browser to gain access to devices, files as well as data stored in memory.
A secure browser is one that was built from the ground up to prevent these attacks, and still provide the user a experience at par with what they would expect. A secure browser will display an orange lock in the URL bar and display warnings if you go to sites that don’t use HTTPS.
It is important to select a browser that has security features as well as one that allows users to install add-ons and plug-ins that have been vetted. These third-party programs can be a source of malware and can slow down the browser. They may also introduce additional points of failure to a system.
Finally, a secure browser should offer fast performance without sacrificing functionality. The best browsers should be easy to use and not slow. This is especially important for companies that require their employees to work from home and other remote locations, as well for students who must have the ability to study any place with an internet connection.