Windows Internet Explorer 8 is packed with new features that make web browsing faster, easier, and safer than ever. Before you begin browsing, take a few seconds to discover two of our new time-saving features.
What's New
Get things done faster with Accelerators
Start searching, mapping, emailing, and translating from the page you’re already on without navigating to other Web sites.
Keep up on what matters most with Web Slices
Add a Web Slice to your Favorites bar and you won't have to go back to the same website again and again for updates on news, stock quotes, online auctions, weather, or even sports scores—now those updates will come to you.
Internet Explorer 8 includes many other Accelerators and Web Slices. You can also find and add more from the Internet Explorer Gallery to personalise the browser in a way that works for you.
New version, familiar features
How do I access my home page?
Simply click on the house icon, located near the upper right of the screen, to go directly to your home page.
How do I stop and refresh pages?
The stop and refresh icons are located to the right of the Address Bar.
How do I access my 'Favorites'?
Simply click on the star icon in the upper left corner of the screen. To add a Favorite to the Favorites Bar, click on the star-arrow icon next to the star.
Can I still use the traditional file menus?
Absolutely. You can make the Menu Bar (File, Edit, View, etc.) appear by pressing the [alt] key on your keyboard.
A web page looks broken. Can I fix it?
Compatibility View lets you view websites designed for older browsers. To fix misaligned text or images, click the Compatibility View button to the right of the Address Bar.
Now that you've got Internet Explorer 8: RC 1 customize it with add-ons from the Internet Explorer Gallery.
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