When should you upgrade your web browser

Apple made a public beta of its Safari 4 browser available today for both OS X and Windows systems, hot on the heels of Google’s Chrome browser and Microsoft’s Internet Explorer 8 beta. Each one promises new and different features along with faster performance on the Web, just in case you have to get your gossip sites up and running that much quicker. So when should you commit to an upgraded browser?
It all depends on how you use your web browser. If you’re at work and you rely on a specific browser to do business, it’s best to wait until an official version has been released. Sometimes, software will be written for a specific browser version, and you need to keep that around until upgrades have been made to the program or the browser (or both) to make sure it works. Even if you do choose to update it, know that “beta” means that you could still encounter problems or glitches. The creator might want to hear about the problems you’re having, but that doesn’t guarantee a fix. Beta versions are for those who don’t might taking a little risk when it means having the latest software. If you feel comfortable there, have at it. If not, wait for the all-clear of the official version before you make the upgrade. Be Sure to Leave Your Comments!