Web Browsers: LSU Overview (ITS Recommendations)

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ITS Web Browser Recommendations

In today’s highly heterogeneous computing environment, it is important to maintain a level playing field across multiple architectures and operating systems for the best end-user experience. With this in mind, LSU Information Technology Services recommends the following list of browsers for the most substantial and enjoyable browser experience.

Keep your Web Brower Secure. As browsers have become more processor and memory-intensive, there needs to be some guidance as to which browsers work best. Generally, we recommend using the newest browser release. The newest browser release generally provides the greatest compliance with web standards and browser security; however, not all older operating systems can run the latest versions.

Web Browser Maintenance

Update Web Browser & Manage Add-ons

Clear the Web Browser Cache

Web Browsers & Operating Systems

Common Web Browsers		Recommendation by Operating System
Familiar Logo	Click to View the Overview Article	Windows 7	Windows 8	Windows 10	Mac OS X 10.6 or higher	Linux
	Google Chrome is a fast internet browser designed for quick and easy access. Chrome has safety features and pre-installed malware and phishing protection to keep your information secure as you browse the internet.	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES
	Mozilla Firefox is a robust, full-featured open-source browser that makes browsing more efficient.	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES
	Safari is a browser that renders web pages at lightning speed. It works on your iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, Mac, and PC. It shows you your favorite sites at a glance.	NO	NO	NO	YES	NO
	Internet Explorer Version 11 (IE) is integrated into all current Windows operating systems and cannot be removed.	YES	YES	NO	N/A	*N/A*
	Microsoft Edge is the new web browser introduced by Windows 10 operating systems.	N/A	N/A	YES	N/A	N/A