Which type of software is used to surf the web?

Correct option is B

A web browser is a type of application software used to access and navigate the internet. It allows users to open websites, view online content, and interact with web-based services using a graphical interface.

Important Key Points:

1. Web browsers are designed specifically to surf the web and access web pages.
2. Examples include Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Safari.
3. They use HTTP/HTTPS protocols to retrieve and display data from websites.

Knowledge Booster:

•       Operating system – Manages the hardware and system resources, not used for browsing the web directly.

•       Database – Stores and manages structured data, used mostly in backend operations.

•       Text editor – Used for writing and editing plain text, not for browsing websites.