Microsoft Edge is actually good by The Verge

Microsoft Edge is a browser that is based on the Chromium platform, meaning that it can support many of the same extensions and features as Google Chrome. It is known for using less RAM than Chrome and also has features such as a vertical tabs bar and a sidebar that allows for organization and easy access to certain tools and apps.

Key Facts

1. Microsoft Edge is a good alternative browser to Google Chrome that offers similar functionality without as much strain on a system's resources.
2. Edge is a Chromium-based browser, which means it can support many of the same extensions and features as Chrome.
3. Edge has features such as a vertical tabs bar and a sidebar that allows for organization and easy access to certain tools and apps.
4. The performance tab in the settings menu allows users to fine-tune behaviors that may affect their system's performance.
5. The tradeoff in performance for a browser that uses less RAM is negligible and Edge may perform well on certain machines.
6. Edge supports a range of extensions and has a tab sleeping feature to demand less from the system.

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