Microsoft (Opens in a new tab) Internet Explorer support officially ends tonight at midnight. This marks the end of an era for the Redmond-based company, but it also has very real implications for those who still use the 27-year-old web browser.
What does this mean for users
At this point, many users will likely have turned away from Internet Explorer. The news that Internet Explorer will stop working on June 15, 2022, Reported over a year ago. For many people they indicated that it was time to move on.
But for those who were not ready to leave, or simply did not want to stop using the familiar browser, they would have no choice starting at midnight. At this point, any attempt to open the Internet Explorer desktop application It will redirect you automatically (Opens in a new tab) to Microsoft Edge.
Can anyone still use Internet Explorer after June 15th?
Microsoft stated that “this exclusion does not affect the Windows 10 LTSC or Server Internet Explorer 11 desktop applications on the market.” This largely applies to enterprise software users only, and most consumers will not be able to use the app. However, Microsoft Edge will continue to offer legacy in-browser mode for websites that still require Internet Explorer.
What Users Should Do Before Retiring Internet Explorer
The main thing that users need to worry about is the bookmarks. The desktop app is disabled, so users won’t be able to access any browser data from now on.
Microsoft Edge offers the easiest solution to this problem. All users have to do is go into the Microsoft Edge settings menu, click on the Profiles section, and select “Import browser data.” So it’s as simple as selecting “Microsoft Internet Explorer” and clicking “Import”.
If you don’t want to use Microsoft Edge, many other browsers also offer the ability to import bookmarks.
Internet Explorer Alternatives
Microsoft Edge
Behind Internet Explorer, Microsoft Edge has been the default browser for Windows since the advent of Windows 10. For this reason, it is also the optimal browser for use with the Windows operating system. This contributes to small but great advantages over other browsers, such as Enhanced Xbox Cloud Games performance. Plus, Edge is more memory efficient from competition.
Chrome
Chrome It is incredibly popular. In fact, it is the most popular web browser on earth. Google Web Browser is fast, available on many platforms, and very easy to install. Additionally, if you’re using a Chromebook or Android phone, the ability to have a unified experience across devices may make this your preferred choice for Microsoft Edge as a web browser.
fire fox
Firefox is the only browser here that is not based on Chromium, although for most users this fact will not affect their user experience one way or the other. But what will make an impact is the latest update fire fox Underwent 2021. This update improves tab functionality, media autoplay, and privacy protection.
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