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Description
Luakit is a remarkably adaptable browser framework that utilizes the WebKit web content engine alongside the GTK+ toolkit. Known for its speed and extensibility through Lua scripting, it operates under the GNU GPLv3 license. This browser is mainly designed for power users, developers, and anyone seeking detailed control over their web browsing experience and interface. Although the transition to the WebKit 2 API brings significant enhancements in security, not every Linux distribution offers the latest version of WebKitGTK+, with some still providing outdated versions that harbor numerous vulnerabilities. As of September 2019, the latest versions of WebKitGTK+ are available from Arch, Debian, Fedora, Gentoo, and Ubuntu, whereas OpenSUSE continues to supply an older, vulnerable version through its stable channel. Therefore, if you choose to use Luakit for your web browsing needs, it is crucial for you to verify that your distribution maintains an updated version of WebKitGTK+ to ensure a secure browsing environment. Regularly checking for updates can help mitigate potential security risks associated with outdated software.
Description
WebPositive, commonly referred to as Web+, serves as the native web browser for Haiku. The name pays homage to BeOS' straightforward NetPositive while also highlighting its contemporary backbone: the WebKit. This open-source HTML rendering engine powers several popular browsers, including Safari for Mac OS X and Google's Chrome. By leveraging the continuously updated WebKit, Web+ is equipped to adapt to the latest advancements in web technologies. The user interface of WebPositive is designed to be intuitive: beneath a menu bar lies a navigation bar featuring buttons to revisit previous and subsequent sites in your browsing history, a stop button to halt page loading, and an optional button to return to your home page. Additionally, a status bar at the bottom of the window displays the URL of the currently loading site or the link under the mouse cursor. During page loading, a progress bar appears on the right side, providing users with a visual indication of the load status, enhancing the overall browsing experience. Overall, WebPositive combines functionality and user-friendly design to offer an efficient web surfing solution.
API Access
Has API
Yes
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Haiku OS
No
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
No
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Luakit
Website
luakit.github.io
Vendor Details
Company Name
WebPositive
Website
www.haiku-os.org/docs/userguide/en/applications/webpositive.html