Browsers joust for position
As European consumers are reminded of their choices, speed and add-ons are becoming the focus of attention to win market share, writes Paul Taylor
Internet Explorer market share on Continent lower than its global average
EU regulators have accepted the US software group’s offer to allow users in Europe to choose rival internet browsers
Google has forged a distribution alliance with Sony’s PC division and is in talks with other computer makers as it looks to promote its well-regarded but little-used Chrome browser
Chrome could pose a problem for social networking sites, say Richard Waters and David Gelles
Google moved to bolster its internet video capability with an acquisition that will provide new technology for its Chrome browser, YouTube website and Android mobile operating system
As European consumers are reminded of their choices, speed and add-ons are becoming the focus of attention to win market share, writes Paul Taylor

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