Alpha Full Screen Web Browser

Alpha Full Screen Web Browser

Overview

Alpha Full Screen Web Browser (Chromium Engine) is a powerful and easy-to-use browser designed for seamless full-screen experiences. It’s the perfect solution for kiosks, internet cafes, and other specialized environments. With a quick and straightforward setup, intuitive admin panel, and extensive customization options, this browser offers everything you need to create a tailored browsing environment.

Key Features

• Auto-Start Option: Automatically launches with Windows startup.
• Always On Top: Keeps the browser above other windows for uninterrupted browsing.
• Custom Home Page: Easily set your preferred homepage or browse specific folders to display files.
• Startup Screen: Choose between a Welcome Screen, Desktop Mode, or direct web browsing at startup.
• Admin Security: Protect settings with an admin password and customizable admin panel access key.
• Login Alerts: Plays a sound alert when the admin panel is accessed, requiring a password to proceed.
• Close Prevention: Disable ALT+F4 to prevent accidental browser closure.
• Context Menu: Enable or disable right-click functionality within the browser.
• Page Navigation: Customize navigation and scrolling options for optimal user experience.
• Reset Home Page: Automatically return to the homepage after a set period of inactivity.
• Mouse Visibility: Control mouse visibility when the browser is active.
• Customizable Skins: Choose from 20 included skins or create your own custom skin for the Welcome Screen.
• Automatic Updates: The browser checks for updates automatically, ensuring you’re always up-to-date.
• Sleek Interface: A clean, modern design ensures an easy and engaging user experience.

Additional Features and Customization Options

• Optimized for All Screens: The browser looks good and works well on various screen sizes and resolutions.
• Adaptive Layout: The interface adapts to different user needs or preferences.
• High-Performance UI: Ensures efficiency and responsiveness in the user interface.
• Windows-Optimized: Specifically designed for optimal performance on Windows platforms.
• Customizable Interface: Users can adjust the interface to their liking, enhancing personalization.
• Secure Admin Controls: Emphasizes the security features that protect user settings and data.
• Kiosk Mode: Highlights the browser’s suitability for kiosks and public terminals.
• Multi-User Support: Configurable for multiple users, ideal for public or shared environments.
• Versatile Customization: Extensive customization options for a personalized browsing experience.
• Regular Enhancements: The browser is continually updated and improved.

Desktop Mode (NEW)
The Desktop Mode allows users to access a customizable desktop environment within the browser. You can easily add custom programs or apps to the desktop by right-clicking and selecting “Add Program,” providing quick access to your most frequently used tools.

Personalize Desktop (NEW)
The Desktop Mode offers a “Personalize” option accessible via right-click. This feature allows you to customize your desktop by enabling or disabling elements such as the taskbar, start menu, and home page panel, giving you full control over your browsing environment.

Status Monitoring
The Admin Panel provides essential status updates, including the last visited link, startup counter, and internet connectivity status.

Skin Features
Customize the appearance with 20 pre-included skins or create your own. Adjust the Welcome Page background and logo to match your brand.

Save Settings
Easily save all your settings with a single click using the dedicated Save tab, ensuring your configurations are always backed up.

Web Compatibility
Fully compatible with HTML5 and CSS3, this browser is designed for modern web applications, aligning with current web standards and ensuring optimal performance. Please note that Adobe Flash Player is no longer supported, providing enhanced security and compatibility with the latest web technologies.

System Requirements
Compatible with Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, 8.1, Windows 10, and Windows 11.

Pro Tips
– Default Key for Admin Panel: F1
– Default Username: Admin
– Default Password: admin
For industrial environments, we recommend using an industrial keyboard. If using other types of keyboards, you may need to configure or disable certain commands to prevent unintended actions.

Version History

1.5 Version (Current Version, August 21, 2024)

- (NEW) Chromium Engine Version 126.2.18 (old IE browser removed)
- (NEW) Browser (URL loading progress bar at the top of the screen)
- (NEW) Browser (Support for HTML5)
- (NEW) Browser (Improved performance)
- (NEW) Browser (Faster loading and running)
- (NEW) Desktop Mode added
- (FEATURE) Desktop (Add custom apps to run)
- (FEATURE) Desktop (Refresh Desktop)
- (FEATURE) Desktop Start Menu
- (FEATURE) Desktop Taskbar
- (FEATURE) Desktop personalization options
- (ADDED) "Support" tab in the Admin Panel
- (ADDED) New skins
- (ADDED) "Enter" key press functionality in the LogIn dialog to load settings
- (FIXED) Update checking
- (FIXED) "News" tab functionality
- (FIXED) Saving settings in the Admin Panel
- (FIXED) Skin changing and saving issues
- (FIXED) "A generic error occurred in GDI+" when using custom skins
- (FIXED) "Skin Custom cannot be loaded" error when starting the browser
- (FIXED) Admin access while retrieving registry settings
- (FIXED) "Log In" dialog errors
- (FIXED) Remote error bug
- (FIXED) "F1" and other key functionality
- (IMPROVED) Browser speed and optimization
- (IMPROVED) Logo size (640x132)
- (IMPROVED) "About" tab in the Admin Panel
- (IMPROVED) GUI design
- (UPDATED) .NET Framework 4.7.2
- (UPDATED) Support for Windows 8/8.1
- (UPDATED) Support for Windows 10
- (UPDATED) Support for Windows 11

1.4 Version (August 25, 2015)

- (UPDATED) "News" tab
- (UPDATED) Added more custom modifications (main panel and icon)
- (UPDATED) Added more skins
- (CRITICAL FIX) New window was opening when clicking on the webpage or an ad
- (FIXED) Settings error while fetching news and updates
- (FIXED) Minor bugs

1.3 Version (August 4, 2014)

- (FIXED) Navigation Menu in Web Browser (enable/disable option)
- (NEW) "News Tab" added in Settings

1.2 Version (January 24, 2014)

- (IMPROVED) Navigation Menu (Hide button added)
- (IMPROVED) Logo size (640×85)
- (IMPROVED) URL Dialog (auto set cursor at the end of the URL)
- (IMPROVED) URL Dialog (added "http://")
- (IMPROVED) Save Settings (error log message)
- (NEW) URL Link Checking in URL Dialog
- (NEW) Encrypt Home Page feature
- (NEW) Enable close with Escape key for users
- (ADDED) New skins
- (FIXED) Update bug
- (UPDATED) Application runtime to .NET Framework 4.0

1.1 Version (June 24, 2013)

- (FIXED) Auto-Run option
- (FIXED) Home Page selection (file/folder)
- (FIXED) Date display issue (missing "Date:" text)
- (FIXED) Error: "No value exists with that name" 
- (FIXED) Last Visited Link (incorrect title text on panel)
- (FIXED) Saving settings issue
- (NEW) Home Page Reset (resets to the homepage after a specified time in seconds/minutes)
- (NEW) Show Mouse in Web Browser (toggle mouse visibility when browser is active)
- (NEW) Skin Features – 20 skins included or custom skin (change Welcome Page background and logo)
- (NEW) Check for new updates (automatically checks for new updates)
- (NEW) Save Settings tab added
- (IMPROVED) GUI design and functionality

1.0 Version (Initial Version, May 7, 2013)

- Initial Version

Need Help or Have Suggestions?
For support, bug reports, or feature suggestions, feel free to contact me via the comment section. I strive to respond promptly to all inquiries.

Customization Options
If you need a custom version of this application with your branding or any specific modifications, please send me a message or visit PC Software Design for more details.

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