Software update: Opera 10.10

Opera has released version 10.10 of the web browser of the same name. The program is free to use and available for Windows, Linux and Max OS X, among others. The browser contains features such as tabbed browsing, a popup blocker and an e-mail program with spam filter. Version 10.00 includes a refresh of the Presto rendering engine, which should improve stability and security. The appearance has also been refreshed, including with Visual Tabs, and we now find a spell checker and an auto-update tool. However, the most significant change in version 10.10 is the addition of Opera Unite, which offers the ability to exchange files and chat with other Opera users:

New feature

Opera Unite

Opera Unite gives you the power to connect with others directly and to collaborate and share information from your computer without storing any data on external servers. It enables you to unleash the true power and reality of the “one Web for all” experience. When you choose to share something on your computer using Opera Unite technology, it is available for family, friends, or the entire world — you decide what to share and how to share it with users that you trust. To communicate with you or access your shared data, others can use any modern Web browser they like.

Opera Unite initially includes the following Opera Unite applications, which are small Web-service programs running inside the Opera 10.10 browser.

Opera Unite Home

Your personal Opera Unite Web page shows the Opera Unite applications you wish to share with family, friends, or the world.

File Sharing

The File Sharing application enables a simple and safe way to share files directly from your computer.

fridge

The Fridge application enables people to leave notes on your computer.

Media Player

The Media Player application enables access to your complete home music library from wherever you are.

messenger

A personal and private chat connection between you and another Opera Unite user who is listed as your friend on myopera.com.

Photo Sharing

The Photo Sharing application enables you to share your personal photos with friends around the world without the need to upload them.

Web Server

The Web Server application enables you to host your Web sites from your own computer.