Primary Functions of a Web Browser...
 | Connect via the Internet to a web server (request content, receive
content) |
| Display HTML formatted documents |
| Display other data types (graphics: GIF, JPG), text files, etc. |
| Interact with the operating system for printing, saving files, etc. |
| Enable an object-based environment for interactivity (e.g.,
JavaScript, ActiveX, Java Applets). |
Resources for Web Browser Information
Check the following links for detailed information on the two most popular
browsers:
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Internet Explorer
(Product Information v. 6):
 | As of mid 2002, this is the most dominant web browser in terms of market
share. |
| Currently in version 6 (mid 2002) |
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Netscape (Product Information):
| Dominant the web browser from 1996 to 2000 |
| Still has strong market penetration, especially with original
installations (versions 2, 3, 4) |
| Currently in version 6 (mid 2002) |
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