What’s The Best Internet Browser To Use With Our GPS Tracking Systems?

11 Apr 2011

While a majority of web surfers continue to use Internet Explorer (IE) to browse and surf the web,  we want to let you know about other alternate browsers which can be safer and even faster to use for your web surfing activities, and more importantly for using our GPS tracking systems.

IE is the most widely used browser, but it isn’t necessarily the best.  If you are using an older version of Internet Explorer, you should at the least – upgrade to the latest version IE9, but you’ll need to have Windows 7 in order to do that.

When using our GPS Tracking systems and Internet Explorer, you should turn on compatibility mode settings. Microsoft has an article on the why and how to turn on compatibility view settings – how to turn on compatibility view settings, Turn On IE Compatibility Mode Settings.

Mozilla Firefox is a very popular browser.  It’s pretty fast, and not as susceptible to malware, viruses, etc. as compared to IE.  In fact, many computer professionals will recommend companies have their employees use Mozilla Firefox exclusively, in such instances, they report little or no malware/virus issues vs. those companies running IE.

Google Chrome.  This is the fastest browser around.  Download it and see for yourself.  I really like the speed of Google Chrome, and if you have a slow Internet connection, this will help vs. using IE.

Safari.  This is the standard browser you’ll find on most Mac computers.  The browser is solid, when used in conjunction with a Mac computer.  However, I have noticed it is not as fast, as Firefox or Chrome when used on a PC.

That’s our Browser Breakdown opinion.


George Karonis

About George Karonis

George Karonis is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of LiveViewGPS Inc., a company he established in 2008 with the vision of making real-time GPS tracking more reliable, affordable, and accessible for businesses of all sizes. Over the past two decades, he has built a reputation as an innovator in GPS tracking, fleet management, asset monitoring, and Push-to-Talk over Cellular (PTToC) communications. Under George's leadership, LiveViewGPS has grown into a nationally recognized provider of GPS tracking solutions, serving businesses, government agencies, educational institutions, law enforcement organizations, and public works departments throughout the United States. The company's technology helps organizations improve operational efficiency, protect valuable assets, increase driver safety, and reduce operating costs through real-time location intelligence. Before founding LiveViewGPS, George developed a background in security, surveillance, and emerging location technologies. His passion for innovation and practical problem solving has driven the development of products that combine dependable hardware with easy-to-use cloud software, giving customers actionable information when it matters most. In 2018, George expanded into nationwide Push-to-Talk over Cellular communications by launching PeakPTT, providing businesses with rugged, instant communication solutions that operate over LTE and Wi-Fi networks. His focus has remained the same throughout his career: delivering dependable technology backed by exceptional customer service and long-term customer relationships. George regularly writes about GPS tracking, fleet management, asset protection, business technology, and communication systems. Through this blog, he shares industry insights, practical advice, and emerging trends to help organizations make informed decisions about tracking technology and connected operations.

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