A likely cause why GMAIL and Google Apps are slow.

Some might be wondering while Gmail seems to be slow in recent times. I have also been pondering on this because it frustrates me at times when I need to check my Email or use the Apps urgently. So I did a little research on the cause. Here is the reason........................

Google is requiring that Internet users should get a browser that is fully compatible or supports HTML 5. This will enable individuals to use their suite of online Apps.

If you are wondering what this means. This is it...

Well, if you are using Firefox 3.5, Internet Explorer 7, Safari 3 or older, you will notice that Gmail, Google Talk, Google Docs and Google Sites no longer work the way you might want them to and in no time they will not work anymore.

So, if you are frustrated at times why Google components are not working as they should be, this is a likely cause.

According to Google (2011), “As of August 1st, we will discontinue support for the following browsers and their predecessors: Firefox 3.5, Internet Explorer 7, and Safari 3. In these older browsers you may have trouble using certain features in Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Talk, Google Docs and Google Sites, and eventually these apps may stop working entirely.”

Up to date browsers are always a good thing. They are generally faster, more secure, and less prone to crashing.

So, it is advisable to update your browsers now.