browser extensions
DESCRIPTION
Browser extensions, sometimes referred to as plug-ins or add-ons, are tiny pieces of software that enhances one's Web browsing experience. If you can think of a common computing task, then a browser extension has probably already been written to more easily accomplish it. Although browser extensions are written for all major Web browsers, Chad Mairn will highlight how to find and install useful extensions on Chrome and Firefox browsers. Safari and Internet Explorer users don't fear because Chad Mairn will highlight a few great extensions there as well.TRANSCRIPT
Browser Extensions
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What is a Web browser?A program that allows users to view Web pages.
Safari
Firefox
Chrome
Internet Explorer
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_web_browsers
What is a browser extension?
Sometimes referred to as plug-ins or as add-ons, extensions are tiny pieces of software that enhance (i.e.,
extend the functionality) of a Web browser.
I like to think of them as “apps.”
THERE IS AN APP FOR THAT!
Extension – extends a browser’s functionality. Plug-in – a link to an external program (e.g., Flash). Add-on – extends the functionality of a program
(e.g., toolbar) Accelerator – Add-ons for Internet Explorer.
Note: the differences between a plug-in and an add-on are clear as mud!
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Finding extensions in Chrome
Demo: Finding & Installing a
Chrome Extension
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Some of my favorite Chrome extensions are:
Firebug Lite goo.gl URL Shortener LibX Pinterest Pin It Springpad
Explore the
Finding extensions in Firefox
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No ads etc.!
Demo: Finding & Installing a
Firefox Extension
Some of my favorite Firefox extensions are:
Firebug LibX LinkChecker Live HTTP Headers Readability Web Developer
Browse
Finding add-ons in Internet Explorer
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Accelerator
Add-ons in Internet Explorer are called Accelerators and they help users “to perform many common tasks” like
translation or mapping a street address.
Internet Explorer 9
Demo: Finding & Installing an
Internet Explorer Add-on
Some of my favorite Internet Explorer add-ons are:
Bing toolbar LastPass LibX ReadOnWeb StumbleUpon
Finding add-ons in Safari
Demo: Finding & Installing a
Safari Extension
Some of my favorite Safari plug-ins are:
Firebug lite LiveShare measureit Safari AdBlock Xmarks
is a browser plugin for Firefox and Internet Explorer that provides direct access to your library's resources.
Read more at: http://libx.org/
SPC LibX presentation: http://goo.gl/lhbGs
What are your favorite extensions?
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