I.E. 7 versus I.E. 6.0

classylady · 06-16-2008, 03:15 AM

Hi,

I've refrained from updating internet explorer (I've got Win XO sp2) as I didn't like the look of it on my daughters computer and found it confusing. Anyway, I just wondered if I should download it as it's sitting on my task bar and has done for months, or should I continue with version 6.0 which I'm comfortable with? Have read there can be more problems with the new version... and I've enough probs on my computer now that I can't sort out without adding to them... but what is the best solution?

Many thanks for your comments.

Chrissie

**Go The Power** · 06-17-2008, 03:53 AM

Hello and welcome to tsf

IE7 is a lot safer browser as MS is always relasing updates for IE7 to improve the security and the perfmance. MS have stopped udates for ie6

classylady · 06-19-2008, 03:30 AM

Thanks GTP. I still have the update for it sitting on the task bar of the computer, not wanting to update it but it won't go away. Think I will have to do it eventually, my daughter has it on hers and she's happy with it but I didn't like it, guess I much prefer what I know lol.

Having my PC upgraded etc etc if I can, Norton's is almost dead thanks to a techy guy messing it up.... but I have to get more RAM and someone will have to do it.... I love my computer but only if it's working ok... sigh.

Chrissie

**Go The Power** · 06-26-2008, 06:13 AM

i would reccomend gettin rid of NOrton and installing free antivirus and firewall, ther work a lot better

Here is a list of some of the best free Anti virus:

Free firewalls:

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**Note: Only have One Firewall and Antivirus installed on a system at the same time. If you have more than one they may cause conflicts and system instability.**

MJSisco93 · 06-26-2008, 03:30 PM

I agree with you GTP, I had norton for a while and I really didn't like it, I recommend getting Windows Live One Care, greatest thing I ever downloaded.

**Go The Power** · 06-30-2008, 01:42 AM

i have never tried one care

06-16-2008, 03:15 AM	#1 (permalink)
classylady Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Near London England Posts: 10 OS: WinXP service pack 3	I.E. 7 versus I.E. 6.0 Hi, I've refrained from updating internet explorer (I've got Win XO sp2) as I didn't like the look of it on my daughters computer and found it confusing. Anyway, I just wondered if I should download it as it's sitting on my task bar and has done for months, or should I continue with version 6.0 which I'm comfortable with? Have read there can be more problems with the new version... and I've enough probs on my computer now that I can't sort out without adding to them... but what is the best solution? Many thanks for your comments. Chrissie

06-17-2008, 03:53 AM	#2 (permalink)
Go The Power Moderator, Microsoft Support Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: South Australia Posts: 10,459 OS: Windows XP Home SP2 Blog Entries: 1	Re: I.E. 7 versus I.E. 6.0 Hello and welcome to tsf IE7 is a lot safer browser as MS is always relasing updates for IE7 to improve the security and the perfmance. MS have stopped udates for ie6 __________________

06-19-2008, 03:30 AM	#3 (permalink)
classylady Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Near London England Posts: 10 OS: WinXP service pack 3	Re: I.E. 7 versus I.E. 6.0 Thanks GTP. I still have the update for it sitting on the task bar of the computer, not wanting to update it but it won't go away. Think I will have to do it eventually, my daughter has it on hers and she's happy with it but I didn't like it, guess I much prefer what I know lol. Having my PC upgraded etc etc if I can, Norton's is almost dead thanks to a techy guy messing it up.... but I have to get more RAM and someone will have to do it.... I love my computer but only if it's working ok... sigh. Chrissie

06-26-2008, 06:13 AM	#4 (permalink)
Go The Power Moderator, Microsoft Support Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: South Australia Posts: 10,459 OS: Windows XP Home SP2 Blog Entries: 1	Re: I.E. 7 versus I.E. 6.0 i would reccomend gettin rid of NOrton and installing free antivirus and firewall, ther work a lot better Here is a list of some of the best free Anti virus: Avast! AVG -- A Guide to the Installation and use of AVG™ FREE Anti-Virus. Avira PersonalEdition Classic -- A Guide to installation and use of Avira® AntiVir PE Free firewalls: Comodo Personal Firewall ZoneAlarm -- A Users Guide to Installing and Using the ZoneAlarm® Personal Firewall . Note: Only have One Firewall and Antivirus installed on a system at the same time. If you have more than one they may cause conflicts and system instability. __________________

06-26-2008, 03:30 PM	#5 (permalink)
MJSisco93 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 3 OS: Windows XP Pro	Re: I.E. 7 versus I.E. 6.0 I agree with you GTP, I had norton for a while and I really didn't like it, I recommend getting Windows Live One Care, greatest thing I ever downloaded.

06-30-2008, 01:42 AM	#6 (permalink)
Go The Power Moderator, Microsoft Support Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: South Australia Posts: 10,459 OS: Windows XP Home SP2 Blog Entries: 1	Re: I.E. 7 versus I.E. 6.0 i have never tried one care __________________