microsoft ends support for internet explorer

Today, we're announcing that Microsoft 365 apps and services will no longer support Internet Explorer 11 (IE 11) by this time next year. Beginning November 30, 2020, the Microsoft Teams web app will no longer support IE 11.

1. Is Internet Explorer 11 still supported by Microsoft?
2. Is Internet Explorer Going Away 2020?
3. Why did Microsoft get rid of Internet Explorer?
4. Is Internet Explorer 7 still supported?
5. Is Microsoft edge being discontinued?
6. What is the new browser recommended by Microsoft?
7. Is Edge better than Chrome?
8. Why is Internet Explorer so bad?
9. Can I remove Internet Explorer from Windows 10?
10. Should I remove Internet Explorer from my computer?
11. What replaced Internet Explorer?
12. Is Microsoft Killing Internet Explorer?

Is Internet Explorer 11 still supported by Microsoft?

Internet Explorer 11 will continue to be supported on Windows 10. ... Previous versions of Internet Explorer have ended of support. End of support means there are no more security updates, non-security updates, free or paid assisted support options, or online technical content updates.

Is Internet Explorer Going Away 2020?

Microsoft is saying goodbye to Internet Explorer, The Next Web reports. Microsoft announced that on August 17, 2021, Internet Explorer 11 will no longer be supported by many of its own services, including Outlook, OneDrive, and Office 365. And as of November 30, 2020, it will end support for Internet Explorer in Teams.

Why did Microsoft get rid of Internet Explorer?

The idea of the removal of Internet Explorer (IE) from Windows was proposed during the United States v. Microsoft Corp. case. Later, security advocates took up the idea as a way to protect Windows systems from attacks via IE vulnerabilities.

Is Internet Explorer 7 still supported?

IE7 is currently no longer supported, due to new Microsoft policies stating that only the latest IE, Internet Explorer 11, will be supported with security updates.
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Internet Explorer 7.

Is Microsoft edge being discontinued?

Support for Microsoft's Edge browser is ending today — not the new Chromium-based one, but the original Edge that was built as a replacement for Internet Explorer 11. Microsoft now calls it Legacy Edge, and the company announced it would be discontinuing the product back in August.

What is the new browser recommended by Microsoft?

The new browser recommended by Microsoft is here

Microsoft Edge was built to bring you the best of the web, with more control and more privacy as you browse. You don't need to download and install Internet Explorer 11 in Windows 10 because it's already installed.

Is Edge better than Chrome?

It is at the same level as Microsoft's Edge. The usage of RAM and CPU is very high but produces fast search results and stays connected for longer periods. The main difference between the two browsers is RAM usage and in the case of Chrome, RAM consumption is higher than Edge.

Why is Internet Explorer so bad?

The way IE handles Javascript often times leads to memory leaks. IE9 which was released March 14, 2011 still has memory leaks issues. I think one of the main reasons why Internet Explorer is bad (slow and/or buggy) is because, plain and simple, it has the worst javascript engine out of all browsers.

Can I remove Internet Explorer from Windows 10?

Windows 10 computers can remove Internet Explorer as a usable feature, and Windows 10, 7, and 8 computers all can disable Internet Explorer from within the Control Panel. Keep in mind that Internet Explorer cannot be removed from your computer like other programs.

Should I remove Internet Explorer from my computer?

If you don't use Internet Explorer, don't uninstall it. Uninstalling Internet Explorer may cause your Windows computer to have problems. Even though removing the browser isn't a wise option, you can safely disable it and use an alternative browser to access the internet.

What replaced Internet Explorer?

Microsoft Edge, officially unveiled on January 21, 2015, has replaced Internet Explorer as the default browser on Windows 10.

Is Microsoft Killing Internet Explorer?

In a new blog post, Microsoft confirmed what many Windows users reluctant to update have feared for some time: Internet Explorer is officially dead. Microsoft stated that by November 30, 2020, the browser will be considered retired forever, which means no more security patches, updates or support from its developer.