Welcome to the website for Internet Explorer 8 Beta 2. Internet Explorer 8 Beta 2 is a developer preview for web designers and developers to help prepare their websites for the launch of Internet Explorer 8. Some of the new features designed for developers include a developer toolbar and improved interoperability and compatibility.
Internet Explorer 8 is designed to work in standard mode out of this box. However, Microsoft provides a way for users to browse the web in a way similar to Internet Explorer 7 by using the emulate Internet Explorer 7 button on the chrome. Learn more.
Internet Explorer 8 will take the web experience beyond the page. Internet Explorer 8 introduces a new way to seamlessly experience the best of the web whether you are a web developer writing to standards or a user discovering a new online service. Be one of the first developers to take advantage of improvements in Internet Explorer 8 for your websites and applications. Learn more.
These videos are designed to help web developers and designers get started experiencing the power of the web using Internet Explorer 8. Learn how to debug faster and more efficiently using built-in developer tools, how to use new AJAX features such as DOM storage and AJAX navigation to deliver dynamic user experiences, and how to reach beyond the webpage and your website with Activities and WebSlices.
See more demo videos in the Internet Explorer Developer Center.
Find a wide range of resources to help you understand the improvements and new features in Internet Explorer 8, including technical guides, demos, and sample code. The content will be continuously updated, so please come back soon for more updates.
