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What is the primary function of a web browser?

  • To fetch content from the World Wide Web or local storage and display it on a user's device (correct)
  • To search the internet for information
  • To store cookies from various websites
  • To create and design web pages

Which browser has the largest global market share?

  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Microsoft Edge
  • Google Chrome (correct)
  • Safari

What is the difference between a web browser and a search engine?

  • A web browser displays web pages, while a search engine searches for information on the internet (correct)
  • A web browser and a search engine are the same thing
  • A web browser only works on mobile devices, while a search engine only works on desktops
  • A web browser is used for online shopping, while a search engine is used for research

What is the purpose of cookies during browsing?

<p>To store information about a user's browsing activity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who created the first web browser?

<p>Sir Tim Berners-Lee (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which browser gained a dominant position in the early 2000s by being bundled with Microsoft Windows?

<p>Internet Explorer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which browser became the most popular in 2012?

<p>Google Chrome (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some common features shared by popular browsers?

<p>Browsing history, bookmarks, extensions, and password management (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why have alternative browsers gained prevalence?

<p>Due to their increased customization and privacy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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What is the primary function of a web browser?

To retrieve content from the internet or local storage and display it on a user's device.

Which browser has the largest global market share?

Google Chrome has the largest global market share among web browsers.

What is the difference between a web browser and a search engine?

A web browser displays web pages, while a search engine helps you find them on the internet.

What is the purpose of cookies during browsing?

Cookies store information about a user's browsing activity, such as preferences and login details.

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Who created the first web browser?

Sir Tim Berners-Lee created the first web browser, named WorldWideWeb, in 1990.

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Which browser gained a dominant position in the early 2000s by being bundled with Microsoft Windows?

Internet Explorer became the dominant browser in the early 2000s due to its bundling with Microsoft Windows.

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Which browser became the most popular in 2012?

Google Chrome became the most popular browser in 2012, surpassing its competitors.

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What are some common features shared by popular browsers?

Popular web browsers typically offer features like browsing history, bookmarks, extensions, and password management.

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Why have alternative browsers gained prevalence?

Alternative browsers have gained prevalence due to their increased customization options and focus on privacy.

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Study Notes

Web Browsers: Navigating the Internet

  • A web browser is an application for accessing websites and displaying web pages on a user's screen.
  • The most widely used browser is Google Chrome, with a 65% global market share on all devices.
  • A web browser is not the same thing as a search engine, although the two are often confused.
  • The purpose of a web browser is to fetch content from the World Wide Web or from local storage and display it on a user's device.
  • Web pages usually contain hyperlinks to other pages and resources.
  • During browsing, cookies received from various websites are stored by the browser.
  • The first web browser, called WorldWideWeb, was created in 1990 by Sir Tim Berners-Lee.
  • Microsoft gained a dominant position in the browser market in the early 2000s by bundling Internet Explorer with Microsoft Windows.
  • Google debuted its Chrome browser in 2008, which became the most popular browser in 2012.
  • Alternative browsers such as Brave, Epic, Maxthon, and Opera have gained prevalence due to their increased customization and privacy.
  • The most popular browsers share many features in common, such as browsing history, bookmarks, extensions, and password management.
  • Browser vendors regularly patch security holes, and users are encouraged to keep their browser software updated.

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Think you know everything about web browsers? Test your knowledge with this quiz on navigating the internet. From the history of the first web browser to the most widely used browser today, this quiz covers it all. Learn about the features and functions of different browsers, their security measures, and more. Challenge yourself and see how much you really know about the tool that helps you access the World Wide Web.

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