What is Internet Explorer 11 used for?

What is Internet Explorer 11 used for?

Internet Explorer 11 is a web browser from Microsoft. It is the default browser on all Windows computers running Windows 8.1 and earlier. Internet Explorer comes pre-installed, so you won’t have to do anything to install it. Windows 8.1 comes with two versions of IE: one for the Start screen, and one for the Desktop.

Where is Internet Options in Internet Explorer 11?

To view all settings and options, open Internet Explorer on the desktop, select Tools > Internet options.

How do I use Internet Explorer 11?

To enable Internet Explorer:

  1. Click Start and open Settings.
  2. Click Apps.
  3. Click Optional features.
  4. Click Add a feature.
  5. Check the box next to Internet Explorer 11.
  6. Click Install (1).
  7. Wait for the Latest Actions section to indicate reboot required.
  8. Restart the computer.

How do I use Internet Explorer mode?

Click the Settings and More (ellipsis) button on the top-right corner. Select the Settings option. Click on Default browser. Under the “Internet Explorer compatibility” section, turn on the “Allow sites to be reloaded in Internet Explorer mode” toggle switch.

Is Internet Explorer slow?

Internet Explorer slows down for a number of reasons, due in no small part to its modular nature. The chief culprit is unwanted extension and add-ons, but that’s not the only cause.

How do you customize Internet Explorer?

Click the Tools button in the top-right corner of the browser, then select Internet Options. The Internet Options dialog box will appear. Select the Programs tab. Locate and select Make Internet Explorer the default browser, then click OK.

Can I use Internet Explorer in Windows 11?

When you begin using Windows 11, Microsoft Edge will automatically appear as the default browser. If you search for “Internet Explorer,” you won’t find anything. The only way you enable Internet Explorer functionality in Windows 11 is to use IE Mode in Microsoft Edge.

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