What is a Plug In?

Basically, a plug-in is program that can easily be installed and use as part of your Web browser.

The SISD Technology Department recommends having the following Plug-In programs on your computer:  Macromedia Flash, Macromedia Shockwave, Adobe Acrobat Reader, QuickTime, and RealPlayer.  Of course this is not an exhausted list.  Often times, if a specific Plug-in is needed for a particular web page, the web page will say so and give a link so you can download the Plug-in.

If you are a Netscape user, you can see what Plug-Ins you already have by following these steps:  1. Click "Help" from the main toolbar.  2. Click "About Plug-ins" from the menu.  You should now see a page displaying the Plug-ins already installed on your computer.

More Information on Plug-ins
Webopedia
WhatIs?com

Plug-in Download Sites
Macromedia Flash and Shockwave
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Quick Time
Real Player

 

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