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Chromium vs Google Chrome: What are the differences?

What is Chromium? Google's open-source web browser project. A fully functional browser on its own and supplies the vast majority of code for the Google Chrome browser.

What is Google Chrome? A cross-platform web browser developed by Google. Commonly known simply as Chrome. It was first released in 2008 for Microsoft Windows, and was later ported to Linux, macOS, iOS, and Android.

Chromium and Google Chrome can be categorized as "Web Browser" tools.

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Pros of Chromium
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      Free
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      Extensions
    • 5
      Themes
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      Smooth autoscroll

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    Cons of Chromium
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        Spyware
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        More prone to malware
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        Privacy

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      What is Chromium?

      A fully functional browser on its own and supplies the vast majority of code for the Google Chrome browser.

      What is Google Chrome?

      Commonly known simply as Chrome. It was first released in 2008 for Microsoft Windows, and was later ported to Linux, macOS, iOS, and Android.

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      What companies use Google Chrome?
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      What are some alternatives to Chromium and Google Chrome?
      Firefox
      A free and open source web browser developed by The Mozilla Foundation and its subsidiary, Mozilla Corporation. Firefox is available for Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, BSD, and more.
      Gmail
      An easy to use email app that saves you time and keeps your messages safe. Get your messages instantly via push notifications, read and respond online & offline, and find any message quickly.
      Google Sheets
      Access, create, and edit your spreadsheets wherever you go—from your phone, tablet, or computer.
      Microsoft Excel
      Present tables of values arranged in rows and columns that can be manipulated mathematically using basic and complex arithmetic.
      Odoo
      It is a business management software including CRM, e-commerce, billing, accounting, manufacturing, warehouse, project management, and inventory management.
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