Objective:
This section introduces you to web browsers and gives you practice using search engines, navigating web pages, and configuring basic browser settings. After finishing this section, you should be able to:
- Use a web browser to access the world wide web.
- Identify each of the component parts of a URL.
- Use browser features such as private browsing, bookmarks, and downloading files.
- Describe key browser and website features, including plug-ins, client-side scripting, certificates, caching, and proxy settings.
- Configure browser privacy and security features such as pop-up blockers, location tracking, and cookies.
- Clear a browser’s cache.
- Troubleshoot common browser problems.
- Configure proxy server settings on a computer to control internet access.
Links:
- TestOut Courseware: https://labsimapp.testout.com/
Key Terms:
- Web Browser
- Web Search
- Cookie
- Browser Extension
- Client-Side Scripting
- Certificate
- Caching
- Proxy Server
- Pop-up Blocker
- IP Address
Topics Discussed:
- What is the relationship between a browser and the world wide web?
- How can understanding the structure of URLs help me browse more effectively?
- How can I troubleshoot web browser problems?
Assignment:
- Access the TestOut Courseware through the provided link.
- Study 5.3: Web Browsers, and complete the Lab/Activities 5.3.8, 5.3.10 and 5.3.13, and the 10 question Exam to complete the Section.
Assigned: March 21st, 2024
Teacher Pacing Due Date: March 22nd, 2024
AZ CS Standard: Computing Systems – HS.CS.T.1