Web Browsers

A web browser is a program that lets you look at websites. You probably use one every day. Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Edge are all web browsers. They turn computer code into the colorful pages you see on screen.

How Browsers Work

When you type a web address, the browser sends a request to a server. The server sends back the website's code. The browser reads the code and shows you the page. It all happens so fast it seems instant. Browsers can also remember your favorite websites as bookmarks.

Browser Features

Browsers have many helpful features. Tabs let you open many websites at once. The back button takes you to the page you were on before. You can search for anything using the address bar. Some browsers block annoying pop-up ads for you.

Fun Facts

• Google Chrome is the most popular web browser in the world.
• The first web browser was called WorldWideWeb and was made in 1990.
• Some browsers have a special dark mode to make the screen easier on your eyes.

Did You Know?

The first popular web browser was called Mosaic, released in 1993. It was one of the first browsers to show pictures alongside text on web pages!