SSuite Netsurf Extreme

Catweazle

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https://www.ssuitesoft.com/software/netsurferxwebbrowser.htm (Windows only)

SSuite Netsurf is a browser based on WebView2, although it has now launched with the "Extreme" version also a version based on Chromium. It has an own Extensions Store (small (Mv2/3)

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SSuite NetSurfer Extreme is an advanced browser engineered to deliver exceptional speed, convenience, and unparalleled customization through its unique ability to install third-party v3 manifest extensions. Designed for online users who demand flexibility, performance, and ease of use, this browser redefines the internet surfing experience with its online security, robust capabilities, and intuitive interface.

SSuite NetSurfer Extreme stands out for its lightning-fast performance, ensuring rapid page loads and smooth navigation across the web. Whether you're browsing everyday websites or engaging in resource-intensive tasks, this browser maximizes efficiency without compromising on user experience! By default, NetSurfer is evergreen and receives monthly updates to help you stay on the latest and most secure surfing platform. NetSurfer Extreme is Chromium-based for best performance and security on all Windows systems.

NetSurfer also blocks social media and website tracking from websites that you visit, but individual cookie blocking is also available for the more paranoid out there. Just open the website in a separate popup window by clicking on the "Window" button that can be found on the left-hand side of the main toolbar. After the website has opened in the new popup window, click on the small lock icon next to the address bar to change your security preferences.

We have also added a “Private Mode” browsing function to ensure complete protection against personal data collection and tracking across website surfing. You will be completely safe from anyone trying to track and collect your personal browsing data.

About

We are the proverbial and also literal expression of "two guys in a garage", what else is new... right?

My brother and I set out to provide computer-users with free quality office software and applications without any digital restrictions attached.

We make using software fun again; No more tears and pulling hair when using our free software...

(SSuite is an Hobbyproject, this guys are not an IT company, they gain money as electricians with a own Workshop for industrial instalations in South Africa. For this reason, given the quality of their apps that I have been using for years, I am quite impressed)

stpvid1

I tried it too last month. Its really is fast has lots of features and software to offer. I thought the search engine was too weird to use. Changing the desktop didn't always go the way I wanted. It was fun but I gave it a chance for a month. Using Vivaldi so much its hard to switch.

Catweazle

@stpvid1, yes, the Netsurf certainly is fast as hell and offers n perfect and seamless incorporation of the SSuite online office and other with a very good adblocker. The drawback is, it's not so easy and intuitive to customize and that you can't change the default search engine Groot (on the other hand, it's a good and private one with own index, which I use also sometimes in Vivaldi).

https://groot.ssuiteoffice.com/#gsc.tab=0&gsc.q=%s

I use the browser mainly for streaming and online TV, in which is somewhat better than others.
Anyway it can be a great alternative for users with an old outdated Windows, which are not longer supported by Chromiums or Geckos.

stpvid1

@Catweazle Just checked the SSuite browser web site and it has a new version out today this November 3rd, version 2.26.12.2 so I'll install it later on my Win7 PC to see if it works out ok as they say it runs on Win7 too. Then it' will be on a separate PC than Vivaldi so It doesn't confuse me which one I use ! Maybe give it more than a month to use this time.

Catweazle

@stpvid1, yes, it works perfectly on old windows, it use the own Windows WebView engine. It's a nice and blazing fast browser, but no much possibility to customize it, not even the Search engine, which is Groot search

stpvid1

I just downloaded and installed the Netsurfer browser 32 bit version, that was fast. The browser itself responds so fast on Win7 its like a new PC . This runs even faster than Firefox 115.x esr for Win7, really nice to try out all its features. So there still is software that runs on Win7 to keep this PC going fine. HTH

Catweazle

@stpvid1, in any case, sooner or later you will have no choice but to update your Windows or switch to Linux, since the risk of browsing with a discontinued OS without support will increase more and more, due to the lack of the necessary security patches.

stpvid1

@Catweazle not to sure about that, I just checked windows update on the Win7PC and and the Windows Defender Antivirus was updated on November 3rd, to version 1.421.73.0 ! Looks like Microsoft still is giving updates to the A/V. Haven't had any "hacks" attack it either over the years, so still usable and safe too. HTH

Catweazle

@stpvid1, although the AV continues to be updated (surely not for much longer), it does not prevent the OS from being increasingly attackable due to a lack of updates that close security holes.

In any case, compatibility problems are also going to increase, with fewer and fewer apps compatible with a discontinued OS, as is the case with Chromiums, like Vivaldi and very soon also with Firefox and forks, even accessibility problems to certain web pages.

Therefore, it is advisable to install Linux, even in dual boot, for online activities..

stpvid1

@Catweazle Not to worry, I already installed Zorin O/S last July and it runs better than Windows, on another PC I have. I think its better keeping things separated .

stpvid1

@stpvid1 concerned about what Linux O/S will do now with the Firefox backlash.

stpvid1

bolded textNow using Netsurfer Prometheus Web Browser
This one is more updated for Win11 O/S. Added U Block Origin lite (mv3)? , I think thats the manifest 3??? to it , Installed it instead of the basic Ad blocker it has, this works so much better blocking ads and trackers on streaming sites, like I read in other comments posted in this forum. Now I can run Vivaldi on one screen with its built in ad blocker and U Block Origin Lite on Prometheus on another screen side by side to compare what each one does on websites. I think thats a good way to test it out. So use to using Vivaldi that other browsers seem quirky to use... HTH