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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in security, not every Linux distribution offers the latest version of WebKitGTK+, with some still providing outdated versions that harbor numerous vulnerabilities.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 Regularly checking for updates can help mitigate potential security risks associated with outdated software.

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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

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

Haiku OS

Integrations

Haiku OS

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial
Free Version

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

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

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