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Do I really need another web browser installed on my computer? I’m already an avid FireFox fan and keep Microsoft Internet Explorer around for that small population of I.E. only web sites. So why install a third browser on my computer?

• I do web development and need to verify my design with every browser possible?
• I do computer related work and need to stay abreast of the latest developments in the field?
• I’m curious about Apple’s browser?
• Because it’s there?

Honestly, I can answer yes to each of these reasons but as of right now, the overwhelming reason — because it’s there.

Careful select your installation options

If you plan to check out Apple’s Safari port to the Windows platform, be advised of two installation options. You’ll get prompted to install some sort of helpful sharing software called Bonjour (if memory serves me correctly), and the Apple automatic software update application. I recommend saying no to Bonjour and think long and hard about the Apple software update application. Something tells me that the software update application might be a nice to have but it’s probably also something that will stick it self in your System Tray and suck more system resources than necessary. I’m not crazy about stuff that insists on running all the time. Therefore I said no to both options.

Not worth the effort without a good reason

Overall the installation was very quick and easy, and the browser itself doesn’t look half bad. The interface is pure Apple — very stylish. If you’re someone that likes to noodle around with new technology, I recommend checking out Safari for Windows. If, however, you don’t have a compelling reason to try Safari, I can’t offer up any thing to make you change your mind. It’s not worth the effort without a good reason.

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