A web browser is a special application that allows you to view web pages on the Internet. The speed of browsing sites and the output of all content to the screen depends on it. Modern browsers also show a table of contents for FTP servers. Today, the browser is a complex, complex program, consisting of many elements.
Instructions
Step 1
The first widespread program of this type was NCSA Mosaic, which received a graphical interface and became the basis for the development of other browsers such as Internet Explorer and Netscape Navigator. The first browser that appeared immediately after the OS was installed was IE, which gained great popularity due to its functionality and conquered more than 95% of the market for computer programs that allow access to the Internet. However, the situation has gradually changed, new observers have appeared, which have become an excellent alternative to the existing software products.
Step 2
Modern browsers have more functionality and fundamental differences. It is becoming increasingly difficult to choose the most convenient application, because a large number of players have appeared on the software market, releasing Internet applications with a large number of settings and add-ons. The most common browsers are Opera, Chrome, Firefox, IE and Safari.
Step 3
Each reviewer has its own pros and cons. Google Chrome and Opera give good results in tests of the speed of launching and loading. One of the most secure browsers is Mozilla. IE is still installed along with Windows, which is very convenient and makes it possible to immediately go online after setting up the network. Safari is installed with MAC OS.
Step 4
For mobile devices with Internet access, there are also alternative browsers with a different number of settings. On phones, the mobile versions of Opera - Opera Mini or Mobile - are very popular. These utilities allow you to save traffic, which is important for owners of portable devices and saves money. There are also browsers that allow you to play Flash elements and handle JS (Dolphin Browser or Safari for Apple phones). Also widespread are UC Web and mobile versions of browsers for PCs (IE Mobile, Mozilla Fennec).
Step 5
There are also text-based versions of browsers that run from the command line and do not require an installed graphical environment. This has a minimal load on the system and is relevant for systems of the * nix family, which are often used on servers. The most popular programs are Lynx, Links and Elinks.
