What Browser Uses The Least Resources?

This is fairly common question that many computer users are asking.  Believe it or not, the browsers are all very good at what resources they need. In many instances, the real problem is not the browser but the computer it is running on.

If your computer has up to date hardware, usually the real issue is spyware or malware and some simple software maintenance.

You may be having problems with your browser hogging resources because of malware. Most of the browsers you choose will work more efficiently once your computer is clear of internet trash. 

I suggest you use one of the free ones that are available like Spybot  and do a thorough scan.  (Remember to update the definitions)

Then update your Anti-Virus program and run that one too (I prefer AVAST, free home version).

Another overlooked area that will speed up any internet browser is cleaning out the temp files and temporary internet files. A good program for this is  CC Cleaner, also free.

Finally, defrag your hard drive.

 Once you have done these maintenance tasks, your computer will run like new and your choice of internet browser will be very speedy.

A tech shop will charge you big bucks to “tune up” your computer and then charge you for software…ending with a bill for maintenance you could do yourself.  So, give it a try and if you are not successful, then call your local tech shop for help.

Recommended Programs: Spybot,  Avast,   CCleaner

These are the programs I use and will do my maintenace about once a week.  Takes a few hours but the computer is a lot happier and so am I!

Finally: There is an excellent browser comparison study “Chrome and Firefox 3.5 Memory Usage” done by Dot Net Perls.com that compares Chrome, Firefox, Opera and Safari.  Easy to understand and quite informative.