Today Topic is
Browsers
Group Shaheen
 Abdul Hassan
 Ali Maqbool
ICT Presentation
Prof. Asad Saleem
The World of
Browsers
Types
Uses
Features
Introduction to Browsers
Browsers are
u s ed to a cces s a n d view websites
a n d w e b pages. They provide a user
interface for users to interact with
th e internet, including
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content.
Browsers s u p p ort various web
technologies s u c h as HTML, CSS,
a n d JavaScript.
History of Browser
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WorldWideWeb (Nexus) – 1990
Mosaic - 1993:
Netscape Navigator - 1994:
Internet Explorer - 1995:
Opera - 1996:
Mozilla Firefox - 2002:
Safari - 2003:
Google Chrome - 2008:
Microsoft Edge - 2015
(Chromium-based in 2020):
Types of Browsers
There are several types of browsers
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Web Browser
Mobile Browser
Text Browser
Specialized browser
Command-Line Browser
Offline browser
Graphic Browser
Web Brower
It is used for general browsing, accessing
website, and online contact
For example: Google chrome, Firefox
Microsoft excel safari etc.
Mobile browser
It is specifically designed for the mobile
devices such as smart phone and tablet
Example: chrome for mobile,
Safari on ice
Samsung Galaxy internet
Text Brower
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Primarily display text content without
images , multimedia
Example: lynx , w3m etc .
Specialized browser
• It is specifically prepared for for specific
purpose such as privacy focused
browsing
Example:
• Tor browser
• Brave etc.
Command Line Brower
• Operated through command line
interfaces
• With the help of we can access with the
websites.
Example: Elink , link
Offline browser
• Allow user to download and view web
content offline
Example: HTTrack, offline explorers
Graphic Brower
• Present Information Graphicaly
• Include Image
Example: Such as Standard web browser
Voice browser
• Designed to read web content allowed for
accessibility
Uses OF Browsers
Browsers serve various purposes and are integral to the way we
interact with the internet. Some common uses include:
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Web Browsing: Accessing and navigating
websites to gather information, shop, or engage
with online content.
Search Engines: Using browsers to perform
searches through search engines like Google,
Bing, or Yahoo to find specific information.
Communication: Accessing email services,
social media platforms, and messaging apps
through browsers for online communication.
Online Shopping: Browsing e-commerce
websites to shop for products and services.
Research: Utilizing browsers to conduct research
by accessing articles, academic papers, and
reference materials.
Entertainment: Streaming videos, music, or
playing online games through browser-based
platforms.
Productivity Tools: Using browser-based
applications for word processing, spreadsheets,
and other productivity tasks (e.g., Google Docs,
Uses OF Browsers
Browsers serve various purposes and are integral to the way we
interact with the internet. Some common uses include:
8. Maps and Navigation: Accessing maps and
navigation services through browsers to find
locations and get directions.
9. Online Learning: Engaging in e-learning
platforms and accessing educational resources
through browsers.
10. Banking and Finance: Accessing online
banking services and financial websites for
transactions and account management. Browsers
play a central role in connecting users to the diverse
range of resources available on the internet, making
them a crucial tool for various activities in both
personal and professional contexts.
Thank You
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