What is a plugin?
Last Updated: Nov 29, 2011 09:13AM EST
A plug-in (or plugin) is a component, or set of software components that gives specific abilities to a specific software application. Most of the time, a plug-in what lets an application be customizable - or it changes (usually improves) the functionality of the application.
When you're online for example, plug-ins are what let you watch videos, scan your computer for viruses, and display different types of files.
Well-known plug-ins examples include Adobe Flash Player, QuickTime, and Microsoft Silverlight.
When it comes to Wordpress, plugins work the same way. Plugins let you add video to your site, create sitemaps, add forms, add photos, and much, much more.
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