Author Topic: Question about Opera before I download v7.52 (Read 6212 times)

SpeedyPC · « **on:** July 08, 2004, 04:53:22 AM »

G'day all

I don't know much about Opera web browers cause I am still using IE6, and it time to change.

At Opera website they have 2 different download files

1. Without Java about 3.5mb

2. With Java about 16.5mb

Question is should I download the Java yes or no? please advise for more information, and I know there are people in here been using Opera more than me.

Does it work with Avast Home without any problems

bob3160 · « **Reply #1 on:** July 08, 2004, 05:43:52 AM »

SpeedyPc
Take a look here and follow that post to get an enlightenment about all the different browsers:
http://forum.avast.com/index.php?board=9;action=display;threadid=5695
Enjoy

Gene Johnson · « **Reply #2 on:** July 08, 2004, 06:36:29 AM »

I also am considering Opera, and would like more info on what is the proper download/procedure. I don't mind a little advertising (compared to Yahoo that little window is nothing) and what I have read makes it very tempting to try the free version. More please?

.: Mac :. · « **Reply #3 on:** July 08, 2004, 06:40:41 AM »

Try Opera gene. Nothing to lose. But Also try Mozilla or Firefox.

niko · « **Reply #4 on:** July 09, 2004, 12:48:03 AM »

Good advice, I'm really cool since I use Firefox+Thunderbird !

Hawk · « **Reply #5 on:** July 09, 2004, 12:22:46 PM »

SpeedyPC

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Question is should I download the Java yes or no?

If you don't have Java installed on your computer you should download it because there are some sites that require Java.

neal62 · « **Reply #6 on:** July 10, 2004, 10:24:16 PM »

What Hawk said is correct. I also use Opera. After downloading the initial version of Opera With Java you won't have to download the long version again. On any future updates of Opera just choose the short version without Java to download and you should be just fine. Yes Opera and Avast get along just fine, no problems that I have ever had using that combination. Enjoy your cooler weather in your "Gold Coast" region.

bob3160 · « **Reply #7 on:** July 10, 2004, 11:30:21 PM »

Just remember to stay up to date since it's no longer as safe you thought it was. Once it's been breached, more attacks are sure to follow. Never let your guard down just because you're not using IE.

neal62 · « **Reply #8 on:** July 10, 2004, 11:59:17 PM »

Yes as bob says be sure to be aware of any security updates concerning Opera. If your used to using I.E. and are used to hearing about security issues with it then I am sure your aware you need to use the same awareness with any other browser.

SpeedyPC · « **Reply #9 on:** July 11, 2004, 07:57:19 AM »

Quote from: bob3160 on July 10, 2004, 11:30:21 PM

Just remember to stay up to date since it's no longer as safe you it once was, once it's been breached, more attacks are sure to follow. Never let your guard down just because you're not using IE.

Thanks for the warning I always using windows update to get the latest MS Patch, and I never miss out.

bob3160 · « **Reply #10 on:** July 11, 2004, 05:15:40 PM »

SpeedyPC
But updating windows alone is now not the only thing that has to be updated. Your replacement browser now also needs attention.