Firefox 83 unveils improved page loading and responsiveness, HTTPS-only mode

Mozilla has released Firefox 83.0, the latest version of its open-source, cross-platform web browser. A mere 28 days after the last major release, and version 83 makes its bow. Despite the short time between releases, version 83 manages to pack in more performance improvements, a new optional HTTPS-only mode, support for pinch zoom on touchscreens, and compatibility with new Apple Macs running the M1 chip. Firefox 83’s performance improvements revolve around what Mozilla describes as "significant updates" to its SpiderMonkey JavaScript engine. Users should enjoy faster page loading times (by up to 15 percent over Firefox 82), improved page responsiveness… [Continue Reading]