Plug-ins

Plug-ins are small software programs that extend the capabilities of web browsers.

The most dynamic parts of web pages (sound, video, interactions, etc.) usually require one or more plug-ins in order to be accessed. (For example, QuickTime, Shockwave, and Acrobat Reader are plug-ins needed to view all the content on this CD-ROM.)

If you do not have the appropriate plug-in on your computer, you will probably see a generic icon in place of the dynamic feature. You will also receive an error message directing you to the web site of the company that produces the plug-in.

Software companies are continually developing and updating plug-ins. Plug-ins are typically available free of charge by visiting a software company's web site.

Obtaining plug-ins from a CD-ROM is much quicker than going to a web site.

Check out theSoftware page on this CD-ROM for a selection of plug-ins used in online courses at UCF.