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Web Browser Evaluation - Spring 2002

Final Report: This years report is available here.

Both Netscape and Microsoft have released significantly revised versions of their web browsers (Netscape 6.2.x and Internet Explorer 6.0x). With a growing number of services being delivered via the web, structured testing of Internet Explorer and Netscape against critical systems is necessary.

The team is asked to document issues related to use of specific browser/Java versions to access campus systems and services, and to develop general recommendations regarding the configuration and use of Communicator and Internet Explorer. In addition, the team is asked to confirm continued support for the recommended helper applications (Acrobat Reader, Flash, Quicktime, RealPlayer, Shockwave, Windows Media Player) and to test both browsers with the latest versions of the helper applications installed.

Background

• Operating System Guidelines
• Desktop Hardware Guidelines
• Charge to Teams
• Standards & Supported Products Process

Project Info

• Team members
• Mailing list (webbrowser2002@isc.upenn.edu)
• Meetings

Evaluation

• Test Platforms
• Tester Matrix
• Tester Methodology
• Account Instructions
• 2001 Test Script
• 2002 Test Script

Relevant External Links

• W3.Org
• The Web Standards Project Browser Upgrade Page
• Webmonkey Browser Reference Chart
• Internet Product Watch - List of All Browsers
• Yahoo's Browsers Page: Including stats and comparisons
• Webreview Cascading Style Sheet Master Compatibility List
• HTML Goodies' "What Works With What" Charts
• NetMechanic Toolbox for Web Developers
• PlugIns.com
• CNET - 12 Must Have Browser Plug-Ins

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