Technical Terms - Internet (A-Z) - ActiveX

When was ActiveX technology introduced by Microsoft?

• 2015

• 2010

• 2000

• 1996

What are the prewritten software components that developers can implement within an application or webpage using ActiveX?

• Java applets

• JavaScript

• ActiveX controls

• Flash

What is the purpose of ActiveX controls?

• Running Java applets

• Creating stock tickers

• Displaying a clock on a webpage

• Embedding media

Which browser officially supports ActiveX technology?

• Google Chrome

• Safari

• Mozilla Firefox

• Internet Explorer

What is the alternative technology used instead of ActiveX for interactive content in today's websites?

• Flash

• JavaScript

• ActiveX controls

• Java applets

What must be installed on your computer in order to view ActiveX controls in your Web browser?

• ActiveX

• Flash Player

• Java Runtime Environment (JRE)

• JavaScript Engine

What type of programs can ActiveX controls be implemented in?

• Only stock tickers

• Only games

• All types of programs

• Only Web applications

What happens when loading a custom ActiveX control within a webpage?

• It automatically installs

• It doesn't work

• It prompts for installation

• It requires a plugin

What is the main advantage of using ActiveX technology for developers?

• Low cost

• High security

• Simplicity in adding functionality

• Cross-browser compatibility

Why are ActiveX controls rarely used in today's websites?

• They are not user-friendly

• They are expensive

• They are difficult to implement

• They are not supported by all browsers