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What happens when you first open a browser?

When you first open your Internet browser, if you're connected to the Internet it loads your
homepage or show a start screen with your favorite pages. Once open, you can browse the
Internet by following hyperlinks or use a search engine to search for what you would like to
find.

What is needed for a browser to work?

A browser needs a computer, smartphone, or tablet that meets the system requirements with a
working Internet or intranet connection that allows it to connect to other computers. If there
is no Internet connection, you'll get an error.

Why do I get errors in my browser?

While using the browser it may encounter many different errors. Typically you'll get an
HTTP status code as an error. For example, while browsing you may get a 404 error, which
indicates the page you're attempting to access no longer exists. See the following list for a
full list of HTTP status error codes and their meanings.

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