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Web Browser

A web browser, or simply browser, is a software program that allows you to browse

the Internet and open different websites.

Mosaic was the first successful graphical web browser, developed by Marc Andreessen
and Eric Bina in 1992, and released in 1993. More than one web browser can be

installed on a single computer.
Different Types of Web Browsers

Microsoft Edge: Edge is the new web browser in Windows 10 which enables you to
browse the web seamlessly with many new features.

Microsoft Internet Explorer: This web browser has been the most widely used
browser in the world. It was developed by Microsoft in 1995 as a supportive package

to Microsoft Windows Operating System.

Mozilla Firefox: It is the second most famous browser after Internet Explorer. It can
be used on several operating systems including Windows, Macintosh, and Linux.

Google Chrome: Google Chrome is a browser developed by Google. It is faster, safer,
and easier to install and work on.

Microsoft Edge

Microsoft Edge is a new default web browser of Microsoft and is included in Windows

10.

Play and Learn

1. What is the full form of ISP?

2. Microsoft Edge is a web browser created by .

Starting Microsoft Edge
You can start Microsoft Edge to browse through the information on the web.

1. Click on Start icon to open Start menu.

2. Click on Microsoft Edge.

o You can also open Microsoft Edge by clicking on its icon on the taskbar. The
Microsoft Edge window appears.

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