Browser Cache Settings   Browser cache stores the images and text of the last few pages you have visited in your computer's memory.  It keeps the images safely in its memory in case you return to that page and want to view its contents and load it quickly. Browser caching is one of the biggest obstacles for students trying to: log into instructional sites see most recent work (i.e. quiz results or submitted work)   Browser caching can also be an issue with web designers who need to always see a "fresh" view of their pages on the server.  They need to see or check the edits they are making.   Why do browsers use cache?      ADVANTAGE - It allows quick reloading of pages you have just accessed.      DISADVANTAGE - it shows old or "unrefreshed" page views. It uses additional computer memory.   Clear Your Browser Cache      Internet Explorer |   Safari  |    FireFox |    Netscape        Internet Explorer  clearing the cache From the Internet Explorer Toolbar, select  Tools:  Internet Options   Select the General Tab: Browsing History: Settings Settings Temporary Internet Files - Internet Explorer stores copies of webpages, images, and media for faster viewing later. (optional - not necessary) Delete temporary files; history; cookies; saved passwords and webform information.    Settings window: Check the button Every time I visit the webpage         Click OK to save your settings.   Refresh your browser.   Exiting and restarting your browser is a sure way of getting a page to reload (after emptying the cache or temporary Internet files.)   Safari Menu: Empty Cache then click "Empty". Reload your browser.  FireFox (Mac) Preferences: Advanced: Cache: FireFox (PC)  Tools: Options: Privacy: Cache:        Click the Clear Cache Now button. To reload a page at any time, click the Reload button in Firefox's Navigation Toolbar. Firefox then loads and displays the latest version of the page. (Mac) Options: Privacy:  Cache (Clear Cache button) (PC)  Tools: Options: Privacy (check: Clear Cache on Browser Exit)   AOL - Preferences: Internet Properties (WWW): Empty Cache Now   Centers for Teaching and Learning, San Mateo Community College District, Califorinia, USA,