Google has released Google Chrome beta, a new open-source browser, as suspected and is announced at Google Blog. Why it takes Google so long to develop one? What’s next? What about an alternative operating system to Windows?

Why did Google build Google Chrome? Continue reading and watch the video at the end of this post.

Google Chrome features a simple and intuitive user interface and an entirely new architecture designed for speed, security, and stability.

Google Chrome

Why did Google build Google Chrome?

Here are the features of Google Chrome:
1. Fast Loading
Google Chrome load faster compared to Firefox and Internet Explorer.

2. Less Memory
Google Chrome used less memory compared to Firefox and Internet Explorer.

3. One box for everything
Google Chrome allows you to enter search or web site url on the address bar. It also give you some suggestions as you enter a search.

4. Application Shortcuts
Google Chrome allows you to create shortcuts on the desktop, which can be launched to open the particular online applications. Applications like swf file like flash games can be saved as shortcuts and launched into full screen mode without launching Google Chrome.

4. Dynamic Tabs
Tabs in Google chrome are more dynamic than tabs in Firefox and Internet Explorer. It can be drag out to form another Google Chrome and drag in to become a tab. This is useful when you want to view more than 2 tabs at one time. Each tab is also independently in Google Chrome. If one tab crash, it will not crash Google Chrome. Simply close the crashed tab.

5. Incognito mode
Google Chrome has a incognito window mode used for private browsing, which mean nothing in this incognito window will be saved in the web history.

6. Safe Browsing
Google Chrome will warn you of suspected phishing malware or unsafe website.

7. Instant Bookmarks
Google Chrome allows you to save bookmark with just 1 click. Simply click on the star icon at the left edge of the address bar.

8. Import Bookmarks and Settings
Google Chrome allows you to import bookmarks and settings from Firefox and Internet Explorer.

9. Simpler Downloads
Google Chrome allows you to monitor your download’s status at the bottom of the window. After download, you can simply drag the download file icon to the desktop and install the file. No more third party download manger.

10. Friendly Source Code
Google Chrome allows you to see the particular web site source code. You can click on the link on the source code and the result will be shown on a new tab.

What are you waiting for? Google Chrome can be download here.

Here’s why Google build Google Chrome:
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