{"slug":"chrome-vs-edge","title":"Chrome vs Edge: Engine, AI, Security and Updates","url":"https://www.aversusb.net/compare/chrome-vs-edge","faqCount":6,"faqs":[{"question":"Are Chrome and Edge the same browser underneath?","answer":"Both are built on Chromium. Microsoft says Chromium was first created by Google and that Edge relaunched on Chromium in 2020. Each company adds its own features, account sync and AI assistant on top."},{"question":"Can I use Chrome extensions in Microsoft Edge?","answer":"Yes. Microsoft says extensions designed for Google Chrome can also be used in Edge, installed from the Chrome Web Store after you allow extensions from other stores."},{"question":"Which browser has AI built in?","answer":"Both. Chrome includes Gemini in Chrome and AI Mode; Google says auto browse is limited to Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers in the U.S. Edge includes Copilot summaries, Compare across tabs, Copilot Vision and Journeys."},{"question":"Do Chrome and Edge run on Linux?","answer":"Yes. Google offers Chrome for Windows, Mac and Linux. Microsoft offers Edge for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android."},{"question":"How often do Chrome and Edge update?","answer":"Google says a new Chrome update ships every four weeks. Microsoft says Edge Stable moved to a two-week major release cycle starting with version 152, with an eight-week Extended Stable option for managed environments."},{"question":"Do Chrome or Edge cost money?","answer":"No. Google says Chrome downloads at no charge, and Edge is free from Microsoft. 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