I use mozilla and LOVE it. I agree with your boyfriend that it is much better (sorry) way more secure. I got a really bad virus in my computer using Internet Explorer. My computer tech told me to use mozilla cause it is much more secure and he was right. I had also had some one use my credit card some how and the only way that the info could have been gotten was over the internet because I only use that card for online purchases. But since I have had mozilla I haven't had any problems what so ever. I will take some getting used to. In order to not get those pop ups he has to adjust the settings on it. That is all. I dont get them anymore because my computer guy fixed it so I dont.