Internet Explorer (IE) is a web browser developed by Microsoft. Released in 1995, it was the industry standard for the first five years of the web.
Over time, IE became outdated and slow, leading to widespread adoption of alternative browsers like Firefox and Chrome.
Internet Explorer was first released in 1995 by Microsoft. It quickly gained popularity due to its compatibility with web pages, but it also became known for its security vulnerabilities and performance issues.
In 2004, Microsoft announced that it would be replacing Internet Explorer with Microsoft Chrome as the default browser on Windows Vista.
However, many users continued to use IE until 2015 when Microsoft finally discontinued support for the browser. Today, Microsoft Edge is the latest version of the browser and a more modern alternative to IE.
Mostly similar in functionality but with improvements over IE, Microsoft Edge offers better performance, security features, and compatibility with modern web standards.
The browser also includes a range of new features like a built-in VPN, improved password management, and enhanced accessibility options.