GNU IceCat is a web browser software based on Firefox that adheres to the GNU Project's philosophy of free software.
GNU IceCat is a unique software that offers the same features as Firefox but with an ethical advantage: it is entirely free. Compared to the Mozilla project's binaries that include non-free software, GNU IceCat offers a fully free and ethical alternative. Additionally, it does not distribute or endorse non-free software plug-ins.
Another notable feature of GNU IceCat is its privacy protection. It has a mechanism that blocks cookies from sites that use zero-length images from other hosts to track user activity. Though there is an option to remove a site from the blocked lists if necessary. GNU IceCat also blocks host name rewriting, which is used by some sites to monitor clicks. When this happens, it shows a message that alerts the user.
Overall, GNU IceCat is a great browser for those who value software freedom and privacy protection. Its ethical approach and privacy features make it a reliable and secure option for all users.
Another notable feature of GNU IceCat is its privacy protection. It has a mechanism that blocks cookies from sites that use zero-length images from other hosts to track user activity. Though there is an option to remove a site from the blocked lists if necessary. GNU IceCat also blocks host name rewriting, which is used by some sites to monitor clicks. When this happens, it shows a message that alerts the user.
Overall, GNU IceCat is a great browser for those who value software freedom and privacy protection. Its ethical approach and privacy features make it a reliable and secure option for all users.
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