Web browsing and e-mail

Use Windows Desktop Search to search your computer as easily as you search the Web. Find your documents, photos, music, e-mail, and more.

Learn about how the enhanced security features in Windows XP Service Pack 2 help you take a proactive approach to protecting your computer, information, and privacy while you browse or use e-mail.

Learn to use the Information Bar to help you to avoid potentially harmful files that you might otherwise accept from the Internet.

Prevent most pop-up windows from appearing over pages you want to view while you’re using the Internet.

Help make the add-ons that you do want function properly and easily get rid of the ones you don’t want.

New settings help you avoid viewing offensive content in an e-mail, reduce the amount of junk mail you receive, and lessen the risk of receiving dangerous content.

Make Internet Explorer work harder so you can work smarter. Get quick tips on organizing Favorites, using Web History, and working with pictures online.

Learn how to adjust your security and privacy settings with Internet Explorer so you can help protect your whole family wherever you go on the Web.

Learn how to set up Internet Explorer the way you want so the features you use most are just a click away.

Take full advantage of Outlook Express. Set up an account so you can check e-mail and participate in Internet newsgroups.

Meet the Anderson family and see how they use Internet Explorer 6 for everyday work and play. Then watch more how-to videos.