Technology giant Google has made the latest stable version of the world’s most used desktop web browser available for download. Chrome 23 aims to avert challenges from browser rivals such as Mozilla’s Firefox 16 with the addition of new features.  

This latest release includes an option to send a “do not track” request to websites as well as web services. Google stated that the effectiveness of these requests is dependent upon the response received from websites and services, and the search giant is working with firms on a common way to respond to these requests in the near future.

In addition, users will also have more control over any website’s permissions for activating features such as geolocation, presenting you with pop-up messages, as well as camera- or microphone access.

The feature will save users time and effort as they do not have to dig through a website’s settings pages in order to find these permissions. You simply click on the page- or lock icon that appears next to a website’s address (see inline image below) to see a list of permissions and tweak these according to your preferences.