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Microsoft is replacing its Edge browser with the updated, Chromium-based version on January 15. Windows 10 users will be automatically transitioned over. We already knew this was coming because Microsoft announced the new Edge's launch date last month, but it wasn't clear that users would be pushed to the new version.
Will Edge Chromium replace Edge? ›
The Edge mantle is being taken up by Microsoft's Chromium-based browser, which was in beta throughout 2019 and officially launched in January 2020. This means Edge (the old Edge, that is) survived just over a year alongside its replacement.
Is Microsoft Edge being discontinued? ›
Is Microsoft Edge discontinued? No. Edge was entirely rebased on top Chromium and the stable buils will be released early next year. The old version will simply be phased out.
Should I replace Edge with Chrome? ›
Since Edge moved to Chromium, the browsers are very similar, and which one works better for you is a personal choice. However, in a few areas, Edge has the edge. If you prioritize speed or low resource consumption, you should choose Microsoft Edge over Chrome.
Is there a replacement for Microsoft Edge? ›
The best overall Microsoft Edge alternative is Chrome. Other similar apps like Microsoft Edge are Mozilla Firefox, Brave, Opera, and Apple Safari. Microsoft Edge alternatives can be found in Browsers. Have you used Microsoft Edge before?
What is the difference between Edge and Chromium Edge? ›
Comparing Edge Chromium vs. Edge. Microsoft Edge Chromium adopts many common interface characteristics in Google Chrome, including the layout of tabs, task manager, navigation bar, three-dot (Settings and more) menu and more. However, Edge includes its own suite of services rather than those included with Chrome.
Is Chrome safer than Edge? ›
Edge is slightly safer than Chrome.
It provides better anti-tracking protection and collects less data than Chrome. Google is notorious for collecting and storing browsing history, personal information, and how you use the browser.
Will Edge be discontinued? ›
Ford has officially declared the retirement of the Edge after the 2023 model. This decision is due to Ford's commitment to electric vehicles. As part of its long-term vision, the company aims to focus more of its resources on EV production, and the Edge needs to fit that mold.
Why has Microsoft Edge disappeared? ›
Sometimes, a missing toolbar is just a temporary glitch, and the first and easiest step you can take towards restoring it is restarting your browser. Simply close the browser completely, reopen it, and see if your toolbar reappears.
Is Microsoft Edge phasing out? ›
HOWEVER, MS Edge overall is not being discontinued, but rather a new version which is Chromium-based (uses the same browser engine as Google Chrome/Chromium) will come and replace it as the browser that is built in with Windows as a direct upgrade.
Lack of Market Share: Edge has a much smaller market share than Chrome and Firefox, which can make it difficult to find compatibility with certain websites and extensions. This can make users feel like Edge is not a supported or reliable browser.
Why do people prefer Chrome over Edge? ›
Edge offers a more resource-efficient experience with strong integration into the Microsoft ecosystem, while Chrome provides a vast array of extensions and a speedier performance for web applications.
Do more people use Chrome or Edge? ›
1.05 billion internet users
| Chrome | Safari | Edge |
|---|
| 51.52% | 12.84% | 8.87% |
Feb 7, 2024
Microsoft stopped supporting Microsoft Edge Legacy on March 9, 2021. On April 13, 2021, Microsoft released a cumulative monthly security update which replaced Edge Legacy with the new Chromium-based Edge.
Which browser is better than Edge? ›
More about Google Chrome. Google Chrome is the fastest web browser available for Windows machines. It surpasses the competition in three out of four tests and outranks Microsoft Edge in all but one test. On Apple Mac, Chrome is a heavy hitter in performance, outranking Safari in two out of four tests.
Which browser does Microsoft recommend? ›
Microsoft Edge is the faster, more secure browser recommended by Microsoft.
How to get rid of Microsoft Edge? ›
In the “Apps & features” window, scroll down to “Microsoft Edge.” Select that item and click the Uninstall button. If this button is greyed out, sadly you're out of luck and will need to use an alternative method.
Is Edge deprecated? ›
Go here for Microsoft Edge Lifecycle Policy details. Support for the legacy version of the Microsoft Edge desktop app ended on March 9, 2021. The Microsoft Edge Legacy application will no longer receive security updates after that date.
How to get old Edge back? ›
To roll back Microsoft Edge to a previous version, please kindly follow the below steps to Enable rollback manually with an MSI:
- Disable Microsoft Edge Updates. ...
- Get the MSI. ...
- Run the rollback command. ...
- Close and reopen Microsoft Edge to verify that the rollback worked.
The new Microsoft Edge is different; it's one of the fastest browsers yet. There's no perceivable lag, and this is the biggest reason you should switch to it. When we first tested it, we found that it was faster than old Edge and less taxing on the CPU than Chrome. That's still true.
