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Firefox

Arguably the best alternative to Internet Explorer and Safari. “Geeks” seem to recomend it. I’d say Firefox is better than IE6, but I haven’t managed to get my hands on IE7. Firefox had many of the new features of IE7 … Continue reading

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Internet Explorer (for Windows)

Does exactly what it says on the tin. Internet Explorer (IE) comes bundled with Windows, which comes bundled with most computers so most people use it without considering or even being aware of the existence of alternatives, although internet explorer … Continue reading

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Windows Live Messenger (formally MSN Messenger)

The most popular instant messenging client in the UK for the most popular instant messenging protocol in the UK, but not necessarily the best on both accounts. Windows Live Messenger (commonly referred to as simply “MSN”) is the successor to … Continue reading

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Bonjour for Windows

“Zero-configuration networking” sofware from Apple which among other things enables simple serverless chat over a LAN as well automatic discovery of computers devices and services available over your network such as printers etc. (unrated) usefulness: ? ease of use: ? … Continue reading

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