Chrome is overtaking ...

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  1. Daveski17

    Daveski17 Registered Member

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    @vasa1 OK, thanks. :thumb:
     
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  2. vasa1

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    Looks like the release may be limited to the US initially, just like the CR-48?
    from here: http://www.thechromesource.com/
     
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  3. allizomeniz

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    I do like that there's a variety for people to choose from, but I doubt I'll ever use Chrome. Not a big Google fan. :)
     
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    The main issue for me in using Chrome was the installation of the application in user space (C:\users....), which breaks all the rules about where apps should be installed (i.e. they should be installed in Program Files). Anyhow, since this subsequently meant that extra rules were needed for my Software Restriction Policy it became unwieldy to manage and lowered the security of the overall computer, when set up as LUA+SRP.

    Since then I've discovered that if you install Chrome from Google Packs then it installs its applications correctly (in Program Files) and uses User Data for the correct purpose. It now works under a standard SRP without additional rules.

    Several extensions later it's now working in a similar way to Opera. I like it. Most likely a keeper. I can see why it's gaining market share so fast.
     
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  5. vasa1

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    You could also consider using the portableapps.com version which can be installed anywhere and has other advantages as well.
     
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    I tried portable apps but chrome still wanted to launch application components from user space. I rolled back quickly without much further investigation.
     
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    OK, thanks for the info :thumb: . I suppose it makes sense to check how it does in the home market first, although the US is a big market anyway. I'm pretty sure it will do well in Europe.
     
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    tnx for the tip Scoobs! :thumb:
     
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