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Last Updated: September 4, 2020
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\nIf you\u2019re a Windows user, chances are you\u2019ve used Internet Explorer at least once. On older Microsoft computers, it\u2019s the default web browser. However, according to Microsoft\u2019s security chief Chris Jackson, Internet Explorer comes with a number of safety issues and will soon to be a thing of the past.<\/p>\n

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As part of our commitment to making our players\u2019 experiences the safest they can possibly be<\/strong>, we no longer support Internet Explorer on our website. But don\u2019t worry!<\/span><\/strong> If you\u2019re currently using Internet Explorer to play games, there\u2019s some great alternatives out there, which we will be outlining a little later in this article.<\/p>\n

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What\u2019s Wrong with Internet Explorer?<\/h2>\n

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So why is Microsoft\u2019s own security chief discouraging people from using Internet Explorer? According to him, it\u2019s a matter of safety and \u201ctechnical debt\u201d. So what exactly does this mean?<\/p>\n

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1.      Internet Explorer Has Security Problems<\/h3>\n

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Microsoft officially stopped supporting all versions of Internet Explorer up to Internet Explorer 10 back in 2016. That means no patches or security updates, which leaves your computer more vulnerable to issues such as viruses and malware. The most recent version, Internet Explorer 11, also contains a slew of security issues that can compromise your computer.<\/p>\n

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2.      Websites Don\u2019t Work Well<\/h3>\n

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Unlike other browsers, Internet Explorer has problems displaying websites correctly. This can result in layout issues, or websites appearing otherwise \u201cbroken\u201d and difficult to use. And let\u2019s face it: When even Microsoft says it\u2019s time to get a new browser, it\u2019s time to get a new browser!<\/p>\n

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3.      Internet Explorer is S\u2026L\u2026O\u2026W\u2026<\/h3>\n

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Compared to other browsers, Internet Explorer is slow. Really slow<\/em>. And it\u2019s a direct result of years of patches and fixes. Think of it like an old car: Sure, it still runs, but the older it gets, the more you need to get it fixed, parts replaced \u2013 not to mention it\u2019s lacking the latest safety features. Internet Explorer is much the same.<\/p>\n

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Safety is Key: Choosing the Right Browser for You<\/h2>\n

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If you\u2019ve used Internet Explorer for years, naturally changing your default browser will probably sound a bit spooky. However, even Microsoft is encouraging Internet Explorer users to move to a safer alternative, such as\u2026<\/p>\n

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1.      Microsoft Edge<\/h3>\n

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If you\u2019re a Windows 10 user, good news! Microsoft Edge<\/strong><\/a> is already installed on your computer and only a click away. In addition to being Microsoft\u2019s newer and safer alternative to Internet Explorer, the web browser is actively kept up-to-date with the latest Microsoft security features.<\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re using an older version of Windows, such as Windows 7 or 8, the browser does not come default with your computer and will need to be downloaded separately.<\/p>\n

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Download Microsoft Edge<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Pros:<\/strong><\/td>\nCons:<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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  • Microsoft\u2019s official replacement for Internet Explorer<\/li>\n
  • Up-to-date security features<\/li>\n
  • Better performance and loading speeds<\/li>\n
  • Comes with Windows 10<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n
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