Did You Know? Internet Explorer

The video discusses the rise and fall of Internet Explorer, starting with its dominance in the 1990s after being bundled with Windows 95. This led to the first browser war, with Netscape complaining about Microsoft's monopoly. Despite legal challenges, Microsoft maintained market control until Firefox's entry in 2004, which initiated the second browser war. Eventually, Apple Safari and Google Chrome emerged, with Chrome becoming the dominant browser.

What was a significant factor in Internet Explorer's initial success?

• Support for multiple tabs

• Bundling with Windows 95

• Partnership with Google

• Its open-source nature

Which company was Microsoft's main competitor during the first browser war?

• Mozilla

• Netscape

• Apple

• Google

What legal act did Microsoft violate, leading to antitrust issues?

• Robinson-Patman Act

• Clayton Antitrust Act

• Sherman Antitrust Act

• Federal Trade Commission Act

Which browser introduced features like a search bar and multiple tabs, challenging Internet Explorer?

• Safari

• Chrome

• Firefox

• Opera

Which browser eventually became the dominant player after the second browser war?

• Firefox

• Safari

• Chrome

• Internet Explorer