Microsoft makes developer preview of IE11 available for Windows 7 users

Written by Andre Yoskowitz @ 25 Jul 2013 11:23 User comments (6)

Microsoft has made its Internet Explorer 11 browser available as a developer preview for Windows 7 users.

The browser will be built into the upcoming Windows 8.1, and then made fully available for Windows 7.

With over 700 million Windows 7 users in the world, keeping the operating system updated with the latest software is a key part of Microsoft's strategy.

While the versions are similar, the Windows 7 IE11 preview will be missing some of the features of its Windows 8.1 version.

ZD has those differences listed:

-In the Windows 7 version of IE11, the URL bar remains at the top of the browser (like it is with IE10 on Windows 7). IE11 for Windows 8.1 puts the URL bar at the bottom.
-Support for up to 100 simultaneously opened tabs per window isn't enabled in IE11 on Windows 7. (Officials said this is because IE11 on Windows 7 is a desktop/Win32 app, not a "modern"/Metro-Style one.)
-IE11 on Windows 7 won't support for premium video extensions like the 8.1 version does. "There are many solutions available for Windows 7 customers to stream and view protected content online, those methods will continue to function for customers," a spokesperson confirmed. (Read: Silverlight and Flash.)
-No support for Google's SPDY protocol (the precursor to HTTP 2.0) in IE11 on Windows 7. IE11 on Windows 8.1 does support SPDY.
-IE11 on Windows 7 will not support Enhanced Protected Mode browser security enhancements. (IE10 on Windows 7 didn't, either.)
-The UI Responsiveness tab is disabled in the F12 developer tools. However, support for this will be coming by the time the final version of IE11 for Windows 7 is released, thanks to "an update to the underlying Windows 7 platform."

Download it here: Internet Explorer 11 Developer Preview (64-bit)

Tags: Windows 7 Internet Explorer 11

<Sony confirms Android 4.3 devices >Shared.com launches cloud service with 100GB free space

6 user comments

127.7.2013 20:52

1nsan3

Send private message to this user

Member

lol windows 11 is not gonna be a full featured browser.. its a generik web browser thats always been free with all windows, yet they are only gonna allow a little but of a preview when they release it,

i havent used internet explorer since way back in the netscape days.
i will never use it since no matter what version, it always has security flaws and is NEVER as secure as firefox, or chrome.
DONT EVER USE INTERNET EXPLORER TO EVEN GO TO YAHOO OR GOOGLE lol
you will regret it.

227.7.2013 23:06

aldan

Send private message to this user

Senior Member

yeah a pig by any other name would still be internet explorer.

32.8.2013 20:38

drhanaba

Send private message to this user

Junior Member

I use IE exclusively, and I go to any site I desire without worry. My firewall and Security Essential have protected me so far. So, knock (knock, knock)on wood! Sorry the rest of you got the IE lemons!

42.8.2013 21:25

ddp

Send private message to this user

Moderator

i use ie8 both on my xp & win7 computers.

52.8.2013 23:05

rudeann

Send private message to this user

Newbie

Ever since I quit using IE, I have not had to reformat my machine.
While I was still using IE I had to reformat at least three times a year. While I got very experienced with the reformat process, I never have enjoyed having to actually go through it.

Firefox for me - and paid third-party versions of firewall, anti-virus, anti-malware applications.

It's bad enough that all MS operating systems have always been riddled with flaws, so I won't depend on MS to attempt to provide adequate protection. If they can't build a reliable and stable os, why would anyone think that they can successfully protect their leaky platforms?

62.8.2013 23:51

ddp

Send private message to this user

Moderator

the problem with windows is it is a compromise operating system in that it has to work with hardware manufacturers A-Z & software manufacturers A-Z & nothing made by man works perfectly.

Comments have been disabled for this article.

	Does your phone rattle? Here's why it happens (25 Aug 2024 8:30) When you shake your phone and hear a light rattle, clatter, or jingle, it's likely not broken. The culprit is probably the optical image stabilization (OIS) system in your phone's camera, meaning everything is functioning as it should. 2 user comments
	CEO of Messaging App Telegram Arrested in France (25 Aug 2024 7:12) French authorities have detained Pavel Durov, CEO of the messaging service Telegram, amidst an ongoing investigation to determine whether Telegram moderates its platform adequately. 1 user comment
	Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra review - obstacle avoidance doesn't work as it should, otherwise almost perfect robot vacuum (15 Aug 2024 5:37) We put the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra through a very, very long review process. The $1800 mopping robot vacuum is almost perfect, but its obstacle avoidance was surprisingly bad, considering the price - and compared to its competitors.
	End of an era: Sony to cease production of recordable Blu-ray discs (14 Jul 2024 5:31) Sony has announced that it will cease the production of consumer-grade, recordable Blu-ray discs.
	Sharge x OnePlus Pouch review: Beautiful power bank that supports SuperVOOC charging (14 Jun 2024 5:37) In our review, we take a look at Sharge's power bank that supports OnePlus SuperVOOC quick charging technology as well as standard USB PD charging. It has small design flaws, but despite those, the Pouch is very nice product. 1 user comment

	GUIDE: Wi-Fi speeds are slow? Here are some tips Having problems with Wi-Fi speed and stability at home? Here are some tips to follow to alleviate the issues. 1 user comment
	What IP rating for dust and water resistance means An IP classification (such as IP68) is given to mobile phones, Bluetooth speakers, and other devices, but what do these classifications mean? 1 user comment
	What happens if you don't update Android? Sometimes it can be tempting to avoid updating to a new Android version. What happens if you decide to delay major updates to the OS?
	Guide: Is Your Wi-Fi Sluggish or Slow? Here's How to Fix Do you have problems with you Wi-Fi? Slow connection or is it cutting off constantly? This guide aims to remedy these problems. 1 user comment
	Guide: Phone battery drains quickly - how to fix (iPhone / Android) In this guide, we go through the most typical reasons for rapid battery drain with phones, and look at potential reasons or solutions.

Microsoft makes developer preview of IE11 available for Windows 7 users

6 user comments

Latest news

Reviews

Guides

News archive

Subscribe

Sections:

Follow us:

	Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra review - obstacle avoidance doesn't work as it should, otherwise almost perfect robot vacuum We put the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra through a very, very long review process. The $1800 mopping robot vacuum is almost perfect, but its obstacle avoidance was surprisingly bad, considering the price - and compared to its competitors.
	Sharge x OnePlus Pouch review: Beautiful power bank that supports SuperVOOC charging In our review, we take a look at Sharge's power bank that supports OnePlus SuperVOOC quick charging technology as well as standard USB PD charging. It has small design flaws, but despite those, the Pouch is very nice product. 1 user comment
	Roomba Combo j7+ review - Clever trick allows robot vacuum finally to tackle home with rugs and carpets Roomba Combo j7+ is the very first Roomba model to combine robot vacuum with mopping features. And Roomba Combo j7+ does all that with a very clever trick, which tackles the problem with mopping and carpets. But is it any good? We found out.