Windows Internet Explorer 8: Get the facts

It's faster than ever.
Surfing the web is now quicker than ever, thanks to performance enhancements that reduce how long it takes you to do a task. For example? A more intuitive address bar.

It's easier than ever.
You don't have to open up a new window to find information like driving directions—now you can get that info easily using one of our Accelerators.

It's safer than ever.
No matter what you're doing, you'll stay safer using the SmartScreen filter. You're instantly better protected against malicious software that can compromise your privacy and identity.

Keep up with the stuff that matters to you.
Whether it's news, stock quotes, or even auction items, now you can stay on top of sites that update frequently using Web Slices.

See any site easily.
View sites with ease, even if they were designed for an older browser, with one click on the Compatibility View button.

Recover from crashes quickly.
Came across a site that caused a tab to crash? No worries, your browser session is stable, thanks to new tab isolation and crash recovery features.

Surf with more privacy.
InPrivate Browsing gives you the option to prevent browsing history, cookies, usernames and passwords from being retained by the browser.

Make it yours.
Customize your browser by choosing from an ever growing collection of handy and easy-to-use Internet Explorer 8 add-ons from the Internet Explorer Add-ons Gallery.