2009 Advisor
OldHippie
Saint Louis, MO
A Step Above Internet Explorer 7
4 star rating

Every day computer user, always online
Pros

    Newer & Safer


MAR
23
2009

Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 — 

Just when you think Microsoft no longer listens and/or cares about those of us with Windows XP...they surprise us with Internet Explorer 8.  It's not THAT much different from Internet Explorer 7, but you can customize it a lot more than the old browser. 

I chose to keep things pretty much as they were before.  But, you can make changes anytime you want.  There is one new tab I like in particular.  The "Safety" tab allows a person to report an unsafe site.  Just drop down on the "Safety" tab, then choose "SmartScreen Filter" then "Report Unsafe Website".

Another safety feature...  You can set it up to automatically delete all browsing history & cookies when you close.  Under "Tools" drop down to "Internet Options" then check "Delete browsing history on exit".  Click "Apply" and "OK".  This is very helpful if you do any on-line banking and/or Internet shopping using a credit card. 

Hey...if you're going to be on the Internet, you may as well stay up-to-date!      

Last edited on Mar 24, 2009



I_thumb_up Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 is recommended by OldHippie

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OldHippie wrote on Mar 24, 2009 at 1:40PM

In response to LisaCarey's comment from Mar 24, 2009 at 10:26AM:

Figures...

LisaCarey wrote on Mar 24, 2009 at 10:26AM

I installed it on the desktop but not the laptop -- no time no time, but look forward to giving it a try. Bryan hasn't complained so he must be using it! :-D (Yes I sent it to the dear hubby before I tried it on myself) LOL

OldHippie wrote on Mar 24, 2009 at 6:42AM

In response to mysticstarfish's comment from Mar 23, 2009 at 5:50PM:

I added more to the review about safety. The more I use it...the more I like it.

AnnaBanana wrote on Mar 24, 2009 at 1:23AM

Thanks, Old Buddy! How are you doing tonight?

mysticstarfish wrote on Mar 23, 2009 at 5:50PM

I'll give it a try :)