May 31, 2005: Security concerns propel Web browser switch - but many users still unaware of risks. Only 11% of users have already switched to a more secure browser

More than half of Internet users believe browser choice is a key security factor. In research carried out by Opera Software, 51 percent of the U.S. online population thought their choice of browser can influence whether they get malicious software such as viruses and spyware on their computers. The findings confirm that security is a critical reason for Internet users to switch to alternative browsers.

The safety of Internet use is a growing concern for consumers and businesses as they become increasingly aware of browser security issues. Nevertheless, of the 2,800 regular Internet users quizzed by Harris Interactive for the survey, a significant number (49 percent) did not believe that browser choice is a key factor in protecting their computers from malicious software attacks: 17 percent thought it had no effect and 32 percent admitted they don't know whether the choice of browser makes a difference (...........)

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