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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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