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Arc creator Josh Miller on why you need a better browser than Chrome

Decoder with Nilay Patel

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Revolutionizing Browsers: Arc's Modern Approach to Productivity

Arc positions itself as a specialized browser designed specifically for productivity, especially targeted at individuals whose work revolves around intensive use of laptops. It acknowledges a significant shift in how users interact with technology—where modern browsers function more like operating systems, with applications and files represented as URLs. This evolution indicates that traditional browsers, designed for a publishing-centric web, have not adapted to contemporary needs. Arc strives to enhance users' quality of life on the internet by keeping them focused and organized, while also taking on some of their busy work. The design philosophy recognizes that, particularly among professionals, applications are preferred over passive content consumption, necessitating a browser that evolves beyond its original purpose.

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