New Features in Firefox 3
Many people ask what is new about Firefox 3. You will surprise to know approximately 15000 improvements have been made in the earlier version to make this new version of Firefox. Firefox 3 is smarter, safer, and faster than ever before. No wonder its popularity has increased manifold. Lots of new features have been added in Firefox 3 so that you enjoy your surfing experience.
Performance
Improved Memory management: With new management functions, Firefox 3 keeps the memory usage well under control. The XPCOM cycle collector is continuously cleaning up the unused memory. In addition, the memory leaks that were found in the previous versions are now remedied. Faster Java Script also empowers greater web development.
Smaller Memory Footprint: Sweet and short, Firefox 3 now uses less memory of your computer while it is running.
Faster Page Load: A redesigned layout engine and page rendering means you will be able to view Web pages faster than ever before.
Graphics Engine Improvements: Improved text rendering is one of the several benefits of the new graphics engine of Firefox 3. This new graphics engine supports many new languages such as Punjabi, Persian, and Arabic that are rendered in a seamless way.
Full Zoom: A new zoom feature has been added in Firefox 3 that allows you to swoop in and view entire web pages. Using this new feature, you can visit any news page and then read the caption that is under the picture. So even if the caption is written in very small letters, you will be able to read the caption due to this zoom feature.
Smart location bar: Using this bar, you can quickly go to the sites that you love even if you don't know the exact address of that website. This location bar learns all your preferences one by one as you start using it. It is often referred as “Awesome Bar”. The location bar over time adapts to all your preferences and provides better matches. When you type a term, the auto complete function lists all possible matching sites from the browsing history. Websites are also listed from sites that you have tagged and bookmarked in the drop down menu. For instance, you can enter the tag: “investment” to see 'fool.com'. The list of results is also very easy to scan as matched words are highlighted. Therefore, if you want to find your website in seconds then you must install this new version of Firebox.
One clicks bookmarking: Using this feature, you will be able to manage your bookmarks easily. The location bar has a star icon. One click on this icon and you can bookmark a site. With the help of 2 clicks, you will be able to select a folder to save it. You can file your bookmarked sites in an easy to access folder. Therefore, if you are looking for your bookmarked sites, you will be able to find them in a flash by simply entering your bookmark or page name or the tag in the location bar. As more bookmark names and tags are added in the location bar, the system soon gets adapted to your preferences. That is why you are able to find a website in seconds even if you vaguely remember the address.
Platform- Native Feel and Look: The new Mozilla Firefox feels and looks like home. It is a Firefox designed to make friends. Therefore, whether you are using Windows XP, Linux, Windows Vista, or Mac, the browser will seamlessly integrate into your machine's environment. It provides a flawless interface that never allows you to pause.
Password Manager: This new feature remembers website passwords without seeing a popup.
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