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    POPULAR WEB BROWSERS   STARTING A WEB BROWSER

     There  are many types  of web browsers and each has its  own  features. Some   To start the web browser, follow the given steps:

     commonly used web browsers are:
                                                                                     2     Type Microsoft
       Google Chrome: A popular  web browser developed  by  Google,                  Edge in the search bar.
     known for its speed, ease of use and features like device syncing, a
     wide selection of extensions and a clean user interface.
                                                                          3     Click on the Open option.
       Mozilla Firefox: An open-source browser developed by the Mozilla

     Foundation, focused on user privacy and security with features like
     enhanced tracking protection and a customisable interface.

       Safari: Developed by Apple, Safari is the default browser for iPhones,   1     Click on the Start   You can also open
     iPads and Macs, offering fast performance, energy efficiency and   button.                Microsoft Edge by

     strong privacy  features. It also allows  you to  sync across Apple   The default window of the browser will open.  clicking on its icon,
     devices and has a reading list feature.                                                 present on the Taskbar.
       Microsoft Edge: Developed by Microsoft, it is the default browser for   COMPONENTS OF A WEB BROWSER

     Windows computers, but can also be used on Apple and Android   The components of a Microsoft Edge window are:
     devices. It keeps your information safe with privacy tools like tracking

     prevention and InPrivate mode.  Current     New      Address
                                       Tab       Tab         Bar                 Favorites      Settings and more
     USES OF A WEB BROWSER  Back

     The web browser is used for many tasks.    Microsoft Edge was first launched on   Button                 Copilot

     You can use a web browser to:  July 29, 2015, as part of Windows 10.                                     Extensions
                     Forward
        Search for answers on search engines like Google and Bing.  Button
                                                                                                              Bing
        Play online games.
                      Refresh
        Read books and articles.

        Connect with friends and family via social media or video conferencing.
                         Back Button: Takes you to the previous page in the same tab.
        Shop on websites like Amazon and eBay.    Forward Button: Takes you to the next page if the Back button was used.

        Access educational sites like Khan Academy and Coursera for learning.
                         Refresh: Reloads the current web page.

     RAPID RECALL  Tick ( ) if you know this.    Current Tab: The open tab, highlighted in light
                        grey, while others are dark grey.                                 Click on the star icon on

     1.  The Internet is a network that connects computers worldwide.     New Tab: Opens a new tab.  the right side of the Address

     2.  A web browser is a software application that allows you to access and view      Address Bar: Where you can type a website’s   Bar to quickly add a web
                                                                                           page to your Favorites.
     websites on the Internet.   URL or perform a web search.

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