Are You Really Familiar With Web Browsers?

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    What is the name of the browser which has a logo with yellow, red, blue and green design?

    • Chrome
    • Internet Explorer
    • Firefox
    • Opera
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There are many web browsers on the market. And with the design of sophisticated Android, iOS, Mac, Windows, and Linux devices, some browsers seem to fall out of favour. Nevertheless, most Internet users must use a kind of web browser for their Internet activities. This quiz will help you measure how much you know about these browsers.

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  • 2. 
    Who owns the Internet Explorer? - ProProfs

    Who owns the Internet Explorer?

    • Google LLC

    • Apple Inc

    • Microsoft

    • Samsung

    Correct Answer
    A. Microsoft
    Explanation
    Microsoft owns the Internet Explorer. Internet Explorer is a web browser developed by Microsoft and is included as part of the Microsoft Windows operating system. It was first released in 1995 and has been the default browser for Windows until it was replaced by Microsoft Edge in 2015.

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  • 3. 
     What do the web browsers use to take the user to a specific web page? - ProProfs

     What do the web browsers use to take the user to a specific web page?

    • HTPP

    • URL

    • MOU

    • IP

    Correct Answer
    A. URL
    Explanation
    Web browsers use URLs (Uniform Resource Locators) to take the user to a specific web page. URLs are the addresses that are used to identify and locate resources on the internet. They consist of a protocol (such as HTTP), followed by the domain name or IP address of the server, and the specific path or file name of the resource. By entering a URL into the browser's address bar or clicking on a hyperlink, the browser knows where to go and retrieves the requested web page.

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  • 4. 
    Which company owns the Safari browser? - ProProfs

    Which company owns the Safari browser?

    • Google LLC

    • Microsoft

    • Apple

    • Samsung

    Correct Answer
    A. Apple
    Explanation
    Apple owns the Safari browser. Safari is the default web browser for Apple devices such as iPhones, iPads, and Mac computers. It was developed by Apple and is specifically designed to work seamlessly with their operating systems.

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  • 5. 
    When browsing, what indicates the safety of using a website? - ProProfs

    When browsing, what indicates the safety of using a website?

    • HTTP

    • HTTPS

    • UTL

    • IERL

    Correct Answer
    A. HTTPS
    Explanation
    When browsing, the safety of using a website is indicated by HTTPS. HTTPS stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure, which means that the website has an added layer of security. It encrypts the data being transmitted between the user's browser and the website, ensuring that it cannot be intercepted or tampered with by attackers. This is particularly important when sensitive information, such as passwords or credit card details, is being entered on the website. Therefore, HTTPS is a crucial factor in determining the safety of a website.

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  • 6. 
    What was the name of the dominant browser in the early 1990s? - ProProfs

    What was the name of the dominant browser in the early 1990s?

    • Safari

    • Netscape

    • Home

    • Mozilla

    Correct Answer
    A. Netscape
    Explanation
    During the early 1990s, the dominant browser was Netscape. Netscape Navigator was one of the first widely used web browsers and played a significant role in popularizing the internet. It introduced many features that are now common in modern browsers, such as frames, JavaScript, and secure socket layer (SSL) encryption. Netscape's dominance began to decline with the emergence of Internet Explorer in the mid-1990s.

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  • 7. 
    What was the initial name for the Mozilla Firefox? - ProProfs

    What was the initial name for the Mozilla Firefox?

    • NetScape

    • Phoenix

    • Home

    • Jet

    Correct Answer
    A. Phoenix
    Explanation
    The initial name for the Mozilla Firefox was Phoenix.

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  • 8. 
    On which device is the Edge browser available? - ProProfs

    On which device is the Edge browser available?

    • Acer

    • Window 10

    • Apple

    • Dellino

    Correct Answer
    A. Window 10
    Explanation
    The Edge browser is available on Windows 10.

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  • 9. 
    Which company developed the Firefox? - ProProfs

    Which company developed the Firefox?

    • Mozilla Group

    • Mozilla Network

    • Mozilla Incorporation

    • Mozilla Foundation

    Correct Answer
    A. Mozilla Foundation
    Explanation
    Mozilla Foundation is the correct answer because it is the organization that developed Firefox. The other options, such as Mozilla Group, Mozilla Network, and Mozilla Incorporation, do not exist or have not been involved in the development of Firefox.

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  • 10. 
    When was the first Safari released? - ProProfs

    When was the first Safari released?

    • 2003

    • 2002

    • 2001

    • 2000

    Correct Answer
    A. 2003
    Explanation
    The first Safari web browser was released in 2003.

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