How to Find Information About Web Browser Usage Statistics
Many people use Web usage statistics to determine how many people have visited their Web site and to identify the most frequently used links. You can use Web statistics to determine what a visitor liked or disliked about your Web site. Follow the instructions below to find information about Web browser usage statistics.
Instructions
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On an Internet search engine, type in "browser usage statistics." Determine how you intend to use the information that you gather from Web browser statistics. Make a list of the information you need.
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Make sure that the statistics you receive are accurate. Find a government site that contains official information about browser usage. Use a site that has been around at least 10 years and has been updated frequently.
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Determine whether businesses or individuals are using the browsers you are comparing. Businesses are the primary users of some browsers such as Firefox, while home PC users favor browsers such as Internet Explorer.
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Save the statistics and compare them regularly. Check the statistics when a new or updated version of a browser comes out.
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Tips & Warnings
When searching for Web statistics, look for multiple sources to determine accuracy and to avoid receiving misinformation.
Check the statistics frequently. They will fluctuate over time.
Not all statistics are accurate. Some sites exaggerate the numbers to make their browser look better.