Do I need Internet Explorer?

However, as Microsoft’s blog post made clear, relying on IE as the primary browser for your organization isn’t a long-term strategy. While you don’t have to stop using Internet Explorer today, it is still important to monitor browser and app performance to ensure end-user productivity with the legacy browser.

Do all computers have Internet Explorer?

Internet Explorer is the default web browser for Windows computers and tablets using Windows 8.1 or earlier. However, Internet Explorer 11 will be the last version of IE. Starting with Windows 10, the default web browser is Microsoft Edge.

Why does Windows still have Internet Explorer?

The main reason for keeping Internet Explorer in Windows 10 is to run websites, based on legacy HTML technologies, which are not, or improperly, supported in Microsoft Edge.

What can I use instead of Internet Explorer?

Top Alternatives to Internet Explorer

Apple Safari.
Chrome.
Mozilla Firefox.
Opera.
Iron.
Brave.
Chromium.
Focos.

Is Internet Explorer a security risk?

Researchers have identified a serious security vulnerability in Microsoft’s infamous web browser Internet Explorer 11. Discovered by security firm Kaspersky, the bug could be exploited by hackers to perform remote code execution on a target device and seize administrative privileges.

Is Microsoft moving away from Internet Explorer?

Microsoft to say goodbye to IE, retiring its Internet Explorer web browser on Windows 10. On Wednesday, Microsoft announced it plans to retire the web browser for certain versions of Windows 10 on June 15, 2022. After that time, it will also no longer provide support for Internet Explorer.

How do I use Internet Explorer instead of edge?

Within the list of programs, locate and click Internet Explorer to display IE specifications and settings. Choose Set this program as default and click OK to change your browser default from Edge to Internet Explorer.