Microsoft Edge is a Chromium-based web browser developed by Microsoft, combining modern web standards support with AI-powered productivity features. Released in 2020 as a complete reimagining of the original Edge, it offers cross-platform compatibility (Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android) while integrating deeply with the Microsoft ecosystem through features like Collections, Workspaces, and Copilot. One critical distinction: Edge is built to balance speed and efficiency with privacy controls — its tracking prevention, sleeping tabs, and efficiency mode set it apart from Chrome by actively managing system resources to extend battery life and reduce memory footprint.