Datasheet
As shown in Figure 1.6, you should see a Flash document that tells you which version of the Player
is currently installed. When you load this document with the Debug Player, it displays a message
indicating that you have the Content Debugger Player. This tool also tells you whether you’re run-
ning the ActiveX or plug-in Player and what version.
FIGURE 1.6
Discovering your Flash Player version
Flash Player installation
As of this writing, Flash Player 9 is available for these operating systems:
Windows
Mac OS X
Linux
Solaris
For up-to-date information about current operating system support, including minimum browser
and hardware requirements, visit this Web page:
http://www.adobe.com/products/flashplayer/productinfo/systemreqs/
The Flash Player can be installed on a user’s computer system in a variety of ways:
As an integrated Web browser plug-in
As a standalone application
As part of the Adobe Integrated Runtime
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