Comments on: Download Pages — IE vs. Firefox

By: Marisa

Marisa — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:31:49 +0000

There should be a combination of these two. The Firefox way is way more easier with one big download button right in the middle but there should be a list of other languages or version in a easy to read list at the page bottom.

All those tables full of equal download links are just making the user confused. A list is always better with only few columns to note what are the differences. A good insight btw on the subject. Never visited the IE download page cause it has been an automated install for me only.

By: Moto

Moto — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 21:07:34 +0000

LOL emrinho. How difficult is it to type a website in the URL bar and hit enter/go?

Dani: FF = FireFox .. it could also mean Final Fantasy. Fx certainly doesn’t refer to FireFox, it usually means effects. Learn to pay attention to the context. We are in an IE vs FF (Firefox) forum. Therefore, FF in this context = Firefox.

Scott Roberts: I agree with your statement, “Don’t let your hatred for MS blind you, folks.”

For all you who claim (or feel .. Yes, I’m referring to you John. Your feelings don’t dictate fact) FF3 is faster than IE8 just read the Washington Post article
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/03/19/AR2009031904339.html
The problem with IE8 being a faster web browser than FF3 is that it isn’t much faster. The point: When IE8 is faster, it isn’t much faster and draws criticism from FF fanboys. And when FF is faster than IE, fanboys claim it as the king of web browsers. Double standard or MS haters?

If you prefer Firefox use Firefox. If you prefer IE, use IE. Whatever browser you prefer, use it. You can claim what browser is the best/worst, but basically it comes down to personal preference. That’s why we don’t all dress the same or drive the same type of car.

By: dani

dani — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 05:22:48 +0000

the fx (I guess FF is refer to final fantasy) download button will detect OS and English (by default) automatically. But, try Google Chrome, local languages are the default choice.

By: emrinho

emrinho — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 17:51:42 +0000

Firefox shouts like “Heey use me, I’m simpler.” And that works. Its human nature. We dont like hard things, do we? :)

By: Jack

Jack — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 02:18:06 +0000

I just switched from Firefox to IE. Im on a steep learning curve as Im a tech luddite but have to say im loving the addons you can get. Loving this blog too but man a lot of the stuff you talk bout it is way over my head.

By: Scott Roberts

Scott Roberts — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 14:35:45 +0000

I dislike IE almost as much as you all and I urge everyone to switch to FF, but I see nothing wrong with Microsoft’s download page. To me, the IE download page is very straightforward and clean, and the particular download I would want is extremely easy to find. Don’t let your hate for MS blind you, folks.

By: Red Widgets

Red Widgets — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 17:57:53 +0000

It’s the same story just choosing an operating system from Microsoft. How many versions of XP and Vista do you really need? IE is a pain to browse with and program for. I’m constantly recommending FF to friends and family.

By: CouchTurnip

CouchTurnip — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 07:06:42 +0000

I’m sorry to disagree with all you fanboys, but how on earth can you blame different websites’ layouts on the browser itself?! So the Firefox application highlights the most appropriate version for your PC’s configuration automatically, does it? Ridiculous! If indeed the page is automatically changing (any Russian users out there to verify this?), then it’s done via site scripting, and the browser application has nothing to do with it. Honestly, you guys should get over yourselves…

By: Tomelloso

Tomelloso — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 10:19:03 +0000

FF is much faster and better manage of downloads, add-ons give this superior performance.
May be Chrome in a future?

By: Lexli

Lexli — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 16:45:46 +0000

The IE download page is indicative of Microsoft’s designs in general. The most usable interface they’ve made have been for the Zune and Xbox 360.