Microsoft Releases Internet Explorer 7

Microsoft has released Internet Explorer 7 (IE 7) for Windows XP, which comes with significant security enhancements, making everyday tasks easier.

IE 7 delivers a new look and enhanced capabilities which were already present in browsers like Firefox. Tabbed browsing is one such feature. With tabs, users are able to view multiple sites in a single browser window, and switch from one site to another. IE 7 also sports 'Quick Tabs' that provide an "at a glance" snapshot of all open tabs on a single screen, enabling easier and faster site selection and navigation.

To tackle the changing nature of online security threats, IE 7 provides protection against malicious software and phising attacks. It helps reduce exposure to these attacks by fortifying the browser itself, and providing the user with better information and assisting him/her in making more informed decisions.

Windows IE 7 is available for free download at www.microsoft.com/ie . Microsoft will begin distributing IE 7 as a high-priority update via automatic updates in November 2006.