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Windows Internet Explorer 9 makes Web sites look and perform as if they were native to Microsoft Windows. Internet Explorer 9 lets you tap into the power of your whole PC so your Web sites shine. Taking full advantage of your PC's hardware through Windows, IE9 lets you enjoy graphically rich and immersive experiences that are as fast and responsive as native applications installed on your PC.
With a new, streamlined user experience, you can focus on the Web sites you love with a clean look that integrates seamlessly with Windows 7. A robust set of built-in security, privacy, and reliability technologies keep you safer and your browsing experience uninterrupted. For Web developers, support for HTML5 and modern standards architected to take advantage of the graphics processing unit (GPU) means that the same markup not only works across the Web, but runs faster and delivers a richer experience through Windows and Internet Explorer 9.
What's new in this version:
- Performance Improvements: Between the Internet Explorer 9 Beta and Internet Explorer 9 RC releases over 2,000 changes have been made to improve browser performance for real customer scenarios. Internet Explorer 9 RC starts faster, loads webpages faster, and allows you to interact with webpages faster than ever before.
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All versions:
2.8 starsout of 866 votes
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Current version:
3.3 starsout of 33 votes
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"It's better than the earlier version, but still bad."
Version: Internet Explorer (Windows 7 32-bit) 9 RC
Pros
Look smart and precise.
Cons
It's very slowwww....
It even slows down my computer, and suspended with HTTP5
Had better use Chrome or firefox, they're way better in everything. -
"Amazing upgrade for IE"
Version: Internet Explorer (Windows 7 32-bit) 9 RC
Pros
IE has gone from the bottom of the barrel to the very top with this version.
Cons
Hmmm....there must be some but I think of any right now.
Summary
The most private browswer (doens't phone home or download secret updates) is now the fastest.
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"It's not an improvement."
Version: Internet Explorer (Windows 7 32-bit) 9 RC
Pros
I haven't found any so far.
Cons
Maybe this isn't an IE problem, but web pages continually nag about needing to download Adobe Flash Player. I don't recall that being so much of a problem with previous versions. My daughter hates it.
Summary
It seems OK, but it's definitely not an improvement over previous versions. I wish MS would completely redesign IE instead of making all of the these relatively small incremental changes.
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"Two years, too late."
Version: Internet Explorer (Windows 7 32-bit) 9 RC
Pros
Some things are better in 9, than in previous versions. Best IE ever, but thats not saying much.
Cons
Most new features (If not all.) are what Chrome and Firefox have had for two years ago. IE9 RC also has issues with services like Netflix. Plus there are know security risk issues with IE that Microsoft is lying about.
Summary
If you're an IE fan its the best IE ever, but if you're using Chrome or Firefox just stick with them. They are 100 times better than IE will ever be, Plus Chrome and Firefox are 100 times more secure than IE. Chrome and Firefox are you best bet if you want a really good safe browser experience. I'd even suggest using Opera before I would suggest IE.
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"At Last A Nice Browser"
Version: Internet Explorer (Windows 7 32-bit) 9 RC
Pros
Better then 6,7,and 8,and it's alot faster !!!
Cons
nice sleek design,clutter free,smooth as silk,hasn't crashed since install (10th February) download pop up bar is now at the bottom and did I mention its fast !!
Summary
I stopped using explorer 8 because it kept crashing,I used safari,but did like the history/bookmarks?
I'm guessing alot of firefox/google users reviewed this looking at same of the ratings,take no notice.This is fast,stable and sleek,what microsoft should have made ages ago.
I downloaded explorer 9 and was really suprised how nice it looks and and how fast it is,no crashes so far,Microsoft might have got it right this time,only time will tell,but for now,I'm happy to use it
Updated on Mar 10, 2011 -
"I like it.."
Version: Internet Explorer (Windows 7 32-bit) 9 RC
Pros
IE9 seems faster now, with accelerators.
Easy to use, minimalistic interface.
I like aero snap tabs and "pin websites to taskbar" features
Compatible with installed in IE8 plugins - I have "Save Video plugin" and it works perfectly in IE9 as well.Cons
None so far.
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Let's examine in more detail...
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"Surprisingly better than IE 6-7-8"
Version: Internet Explorer (Windows 7 32-bit) 9 RC
Pros
Definitely Quicker
Improvement in addons availability
understands that there are other browsers alsoCons
Smooth gliding seen in FF and Chrome missing
MSN insistence is a headacheSummary
New. A chance has to be given on commonsense grounds. If MS can make the best OS (oops) can't they make a better browser ? FF 4-( if at all it releases) will tell all
Wish MS had taken more care in installation delays.
Updated on Mar 7, 2011
Updated on Mar 8, 2011After a few days of using IE 9 - FF - Chrome - Opera - my vote goes to IE 9. *****Stars from me. -
"KILLER APP"
Version: Internet Explorer (Windows 7 32-bit) 9 RC
Pros
SUPER SLEEK
YOU CAN FOCUS ON More of the WEB PAGE!
OUTSTANDING NEW DESIGN, FEATURES and OPTIONSCons
Still a Release Candidate
Summary
Try it with an open mind.
Its better than Internet Explorer 8, Firefox and Chrome. -
"slow crappy and has the biggest security holes"
Version: Internet Explorer (Windows 7 32-bit) 9 RC
Pros
holy is good but not in an internet browser
Cons
every thing you can think of
Summary
dumb and gay DON'T get it
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"Heap of crap. Even worse than the beta"
Version: Internet Explorer (Windows 7 32-bit) 9 RC
Pros
Good favorates tabs.
Looks goodCons
Doens't work with facebook.
Crashes.
Not good compatablitly with microsoftSummary
Another attempt of microsoft to come up with half decent software. Use firefox you just can beat the addons. Ie9 doesn't even have dictionary. Low compatbility.
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