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Microsoft has retired its former champion of web browsing, Internet Explorer, also known as “IE”. Nearly 27 years since its launch in 1995, on June 15, IE was disabled with users being directed to Microsoft’s Edge browser instead. As someone who grew up using IE with dial-up internet, there is a tinge of sadness in deserting a web browser that I and many others have found solace in. But Microsoft’s decision is no surprise.

Security: The end of IE

Internet Explorer was the default software that came bundled with Windows operating system. Over the years, with an influx of new, more exciting browser competitors, the experience using IE was increasingly perceived as unreliable and slow. The browser’s main users all dove towards faster and safer alternatives, like Mozilla Firefox and Chrome.

In 2015, Microsoft launched Edge to compete with other web browsers, which offered not only a more modern experience than IE but also addressed key security concerns. IE had an older, more insecure defence system that was vulnerable to crashes and malware. While Edge offered much more security, with newer, more powerful built-in defences against malware and phishing. With Edge, there is more protection over the user’s privacy. This makes it an easy decision as to why IE is no longer reliable as a browser that’s keeping up with current internet and security standards.

Much like browser security, it’s crucial to keep up with change. For instance, you can no longer rely on old-school anti-virus, instead, opt for next-generation antivirus to protect your business and remain safe.

What to do when I’m still using IE?

If you are still using IE, make the move to another browser that is in-kept with current security standards, such as Edge or Chrome. If you still have the IE application installed on your computer, it’s important to uninstall it following Microsoft’s guidelines. 

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