Explorer safe to use?

[bigtiller]

I think it was about 10 days ago the world was warned to be careful using Microsoft Explorer and they didn't have a "fix" for the problem. Has anyone heard it the problem was addressed in this weeks up-date? The wife likes using Explorer but hasn't since then and is missing it.

 

[aczlan]

As long as you have the current updates, it should be fine.

Aaron Z

 

[deerseeker001]

I had the fix in a update a few Days ago.

 

[zzvyb6]

I read that the problem is actually from the use of Flash Player and that uninstalling Flash Player removes the threat. I've done it and all you will miss is some video pop-ups etc.

There is a fix scheduled and Windows Update will also want to load IE 11. IE 11 doesn't work very well for me, especially as an EBayer and with my security camera software, and even with some TBN functions. So, I'm living without Flash Player on all out laptops..

 

[HarryN]

Fix is in for all versions of IE. Even for XP.
BUT, your wife needs to change.... since she stopped using, what is she using now?

 

[Soundguy]

i'm glad they fixed for xp.. xp users are stuck on ie 8 i think

 

[/pine]

Explorer safe to use?

Was it ever...?...not really IMO...

While on the topic of browsers...I suggest everyone (even if temporarily) install Firefox and two "plug-ins / Add-ons"... they are "No Script" and "Do not track me"...

...set the former to ask permission for all scripts (allow the ones that are obviously OK) and set the latter to show the tracking scripts blocked when you close the last browser window...

Then go visit your favorite web sites/pages...including this one...you will be in for a surprise...! (heaven fobid you visit a site like facebook etc)...[nervous] :laughing: [/nervous]

 

[cardiologist]

Just use Chrome. Best browser there is. Google.com/Chrome

 

[bigtiller]

Fix is in for all versions of IE. Even for XP.
BUT, your wife needs to change.... since she stopped using, what is she using now?

she is using google chrome but doesn't like it.

 

[Alan L.]

I use chrome here on my laptop, but at work at use Firefox. Chrome doesn't work for all websites and Firefox doesn't either.