Internet Explorer Virtuoso

Internet Explorer is quickly becoming a popular World Wide Web browser because of its strong integration with Windows 95. Basic functions are easy to master, but most users never learn the powerful ways that the Windows 95 interface extends the browsers basic functionality. Internet Explorer Virtuoso, Second Edition bridges this knowledge gap between the casual user and the skilled power user.No matter how long youve used Microsofts browser, theres something in this book for you. Instead of simply listing procedures, Internet Explorer Virtuoso, Second Edition provides you with the background to understand how the browsers latest 4.0 features work, as well as practical, real-life tips and examples about how to fine-tune it for your needs. Youll learn about everything from better use of Internet Explorers basic functions such as working with URLs, plug-ins, and favorites lists, to how Microsoft handles encryption for secure transactions and online purchases. After reading this book, you wont just be an Internet Explorer user -- youll be an Internet Explorer virtuoso.Explore new technologies such as Java and ActiveX Learn to set up and work with the best multimedia extensions such as Shockwave, Acrobat, and QuickTime Use the advanced capabilities of Outlook Express Mail and News Manage disk cache, history, and favorites functions for optimum performance Find out what MIME types really are -- and what they mean to you Understand secure transactions, and how to handle firewalls and proxies Learn to develop personal Web pages, including a tutorial on FrontPage Express Learn strategies for using search engines Explore Microsofts Active Desktop, which combines the browser with the Windows 95 platform