👉 Netscape Engineering was the technical division of Netscape Communications Corporation, primarily responsible for developing and maintaining the core technologies that powered the early web. Founded in 1994, this division was instrumental in creating Mosaic Web Browser, which became one of the first widely used web browsers and set the standard for user interface design on the web. Netscape Engineers focused on optimizing performance, enhancing browser security, and expanding web capabilities through innovations like SSL/TLS encryption for secure communications. They also worked on developing the Netscape Navigator platform, which introduced features such as JavaScript, AJAX, and the concept of web standards. The division's expertise in software development, networking, and user experience significantly shaped the early internet landscape and laid the groundwork for modern web technologies.
