AWeb 3.6 Alpha Preview upgrades Amiga web browsing with significant new features, setting the stage for a more modern web experience on classic hardware. Released by the AmigaZen Project, this open-source browser is now available as a 3.6 Alpha 2 preview, intended for users who enjoy testing and providing feedback on new software.
Preview Release for Testers
This 3.6 Alpha 2 build is not meant for daily browsing but for those interested in trying out the latest web standards and reporting any bugs. Testers can help shape the future of Amiga web browsing while exploring the new capabilities added to this version.
Expanded Standards and Security
AWeb 3.6 Alpha 2 adds HTML 2.0 and 3.2 support, plus expanded handling for certain HTML 4.0 elements. While CSS isn’t ready, users can browse a wide range of older and simpler modern websites. The JavaScript 1.1 engine, based on Netscape’s 1996 standard, increases interactivity and compatibility with legacy scripts.
Security has received an overhaul, with SSL/TLS rebuilt from scratch using AmiSSL v5.2. This change allows for secure, encrypted connections and improved support for sites requiring HTTPS. The new HTTP client brings HTTP/1.1 support, including gzip and chunked encoding, resulting in better performance and compatibility.
Designed for Classic Amiga
AWeb now supports P96 graphics, offering improved display options. Automation fans will appreciate ongoing ARexx scripting support. For advanced troubleshooting, the HTTPDEBUG/S command line prints network activity in detail, which is perfect for testers and developers.
Requirements and Final Thoughts
To run AWeb 3.6 Alpha 2, users need a capable Amiga with at least 8 MB Fast RAM. Most sites with older HTML should work, but modern, feature-heavy pages may still challenge the platform. Testers are encouraged to provide feedback and report issues as the AmigaZen Project continues to refine the browser.
Testers looking for a classic browser with new tricks should try AWeb 3.6 Alpha 2 and help push Amiga browsing forward.
