Internet Explorer 5
Internet Explorer 5 (IE5) was a major update in the Internet Explorer series, released by Microsoft in March 1999. This version marked a significant advancement in web browsing technology at the time:
- Release Date: IE5 was released on March 18, 1999, for Windows and in late 1999 for Mac OS.
- New Features:
- Dynamic HTML (DHTML): Improved support for dynamic content manipulation, allowing for more interactive web experiences.
- CSS Support: Enhanced support for Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) which allowed for better web design flexibility.
- Web Standards: IE5 had better compliance with then-current web standards, although still not perfect, it was a step forward in terms of standards support.
- JavaScript: Improved JavaScript engine, making web applications run smoother.
- XML: Introduction of XML support, paving the way for future web technologies like AJAX.
- Printing: Advanced print preview and improved print quality.
- User Interface:
- IE5 introduced a new user interface, including the Explorer Bar for quick access to search, history, and favorites.
- It also featured the first version of AutoComplete for web addresses.
- Market Impact:
- IE5 was part of the browser wars, intensifying competition with Netscape Navigator and other browsers like Opera.
- Microsoft bundled IE with the Windows 98 operating system, significantly increasing its market share.
- Security:
- While security was a concern, IE5 introduced some security enhancements, but it was still criticized for vulnerabilities.
- Legacy:
- IE5 set the stage for future versions of Internet Explorer, with many of its features becoming standard in web browsers.
- It was also the last version to be released for the Mac OS until the re-release of IE for Mac in 2003.
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