A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF THE SPEED AND SECURITY OF INTERNET BROWSERS: GOOGLE CHROME, MOZILLA FIREFOX, MICROSOFT EDGE, BRAVE AND OPERA

Abstract

This study investigates the speed and security of five internet browsers: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Brave, and Opera. Evaluating startup time, search speed, webpage loading, and security features including VPN and AdBlocker, it identifies variations in data collection and privacy practices. Notably, Opera demonstrates the highest security with minimal third-party connections. However, concerns arise with Microsoft Edge's data aggregation practices. This research underscores the importance of considering both speed and security when selecting a browser, contributing to informed decision-making in internet usage.