K-Meleon: The Lightweight Browser of Choice for Customization Lovers
K-Meleon offers a fast and flexible browsing experience with extensive customization options, making it ideal for users who value speed and personalization.
K-Meleon is a lightweight, customizable web browser developed by the K-Meleon Team. It is designed to be fast and efficient, making it a great choice for users looking for a streamlined browsing experience.
One of the key features of K-Meleon is its high level of customization. Users can easily personalize the browser to suit their preferences, whether it's changing the toolbar layout, adjusting mouse gestures, or adding new plugins and extensions.
In addition to customization, K-Meleon offers a range of useful features to enhance the browsing experience. This includes tabbed browsing, ad blocking, popup blocking, and the ability to use mouse gestures for navigation – all of which contribute to a smoother and more enjoyable browsing session.
Despite its lightweight nature, K-Meleon does not compromise on functionality. It supports modern web technologies such as HTML5 and CSS3, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of websites and web applications.
K-Meleon is a solid choice for users who prioritize speed, efficiency, and customization in their web browser. Its user-friendly interface and extensive customization options make it a versatile tool for both casual and power users alike.
Overview
K-Meleon is a Open Source software in the category Internet developed by K-Meleon Team.
It was checked for updates 126 times by the users of our client application UpdateStar during the last month.
The latest version of K-Meleon is 76.5.0, released on 11/30/2023. It was initially added to our database on 10/29/2007. The most prevalent version is 75.0, which is used by 75% of all installations.
K-Meleon runs on the following operating systems: Windows. The download file has a size of 36.5MB.
Users of K-Meleon gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
Pros
- Lightweight and fast web browser that uses the Gecko rendering engine.
- Customizable interface allows users to tailor the browser to their preferences.
- Supports mouse gestures for quick navigation and control.
- Allows users to block unwanted content such as pop-ups and ads.
- Provides privacy features like private browsing mode and Do Not Track option.
Cons
- May lack some of the advanced features available in other modern web browsers.
- User interface may feel dated compared to more popular browsers.
- Compatibility issues with certain websites or web applications due to its unique engine.
FAQ
What is K-Meleon?
K-Meleon is a fast and customizable lightweight web browser for Windows, based on the Gecko rendering engine.
Is K-Meleon completely free?
Yes, K-Meleon is licensed under the GNU General Public License version 2 or later.
Can I use K-Meleon on Linux or Mac?
No, K-Meleon is only available for Windows.
Does K-Meleon support add-ons and plugins?
Yes, K-Meleon supports a wide range of add-ons and plugins, including those made for Firefox and Chrome.
Is K-Meleon suitable for everyday browsing?
While K-Meleon is a lightweight browser, it can handle most websites and is suitable for everyday browsing.
Can I customize the interface of K-Meleon?
Yes, K-Meleon offers a high degree of interface customization through its macros system.
Is K-Meleon still actively maintained?
No, active development of K-Meleon has ceased. The last stable release was version 76.0 in 2016.
Is K-Meleon secure to use?
K-Meleon uses the same security features as Firefox and other Gecko-based browsers. However, because active development has ceased, any security vulnerabilities discovered are unlikely to be patched.
Can I import my bookmarks from other browsers into K-Meleon?
Yes, K-Meleon offers an import feature that allows you to import bookmarks from other browsers such as Firefox and Internet Explorer.
Can I run K-Meleon from a USB drive?
Yes, K-Meleon can be run from a USB drive using the portable version of the browser.
Boris Weber
I am an editor at UpdateStar. I started as a support engineer, and am now specialized in writing about general software topics from a usability and performance angle among others. I telecommute from UpdateStar’s Berlin office, when I am not working remote as a digital nomad for UpdateStar. When I'm not analyzing the latest software updates, you can find me exploring new cities, immersing myself in local cultures, and discovering innovative tech trends across the globe.
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