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Description
Falkon is a web browser developed by KDE that utilizes the QtWebEngine rendering engine and was formerly known as QupZilla. Its design focuses on being a lightweight browser compatible with all major operating systems. Initially created for educational objectives, Falkon has evolved into a fully-featured web browser since its inception. It includes all the essential functionalities typical of a web browser, such as bookmarks, history (accessible via a sidebar), and tabbed browsing. Additionally, it comes with an integrated AdBlock plugin that automatically blocks ads by default. The project traces its origins back to December 2010 when the first version of QupZilla was launched, developed in Python using PyQt4 bindings. Following several iterations, QupZilla underwent a complete rewrite in C++ using the Qt Framework. The first public version released was 1.0.0-b4. Up until version 2.0, QupZilla operated with the now-obsolete QtWebKit, but subsequent updates transitioned to using the QtWebEngine. With the arrival of version 3.0, the project ceased development under the QupZilla name and has continued to be updated and released as Falkon. This transition marked a significant shift in the project's identity and focus on modern web standards.
Description
Luakit is a remarkably adaptable browser framework that utilizes the WebKit web content engine alongside the GTK+ toolkit. Known for its speed and extensibility through Lua scripting, it operates under the GNU GPLv3 license. This browser is mainly designed for power users, developers, and anyone seeking detailed control over their web browsing experience and interface. Although the transition to the WebKit 2 API brings significant enhancements in security, not every Linux distribution offers the latest version of WebKitGTK+, with some still providing outdated versions that harbor numerous vulnerabilities. As of September 2019, the latest versions of WebKitGTK+ are available from Arch, Debian, Fedora, Gentoo, and Ubuntu, whereas OpenSUSE continues to supply an older, vulnerable version through its stable channel. Therefore, if you choose to use Luakit for your web browsing needs, it is crucial for you to verify that your distribution maintains an updated version of WebKitGTK+ to ensure a secure browsing environment. Regularly checking for updates can help mitigate potential security risks associated with outdated software.
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Deployment
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Windows
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Live Rep (24/7)
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Online Support
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Vendor Details
Company Name
Falkon
Founded
2010
Website
www.falkon.org
Vendor Details
Company Name
Luakit
Website
luakit.github.io