Plug-ins are computer programs that extend the standard functionality of the browser.

Plug-ins were designed to be used for many different purposes:

• To run Java applets
• To run Microsoft ActiveX controls
• To display Flash movies
• To display maps
• To scan for viruses
• To verify a bank id

Warning !

Most browsers no longer support Java Applets and Plug-ins.

ActiveX controls are no longer supported in any browsers.

The support for Shockwave Flash has also been turned off in modern browsers.