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Microsoft Announce ‘Silent’ Automatic Updates For Internet Explorer

Internet Explorer (IE) users will be automatically updated to the latest version of the browser as from January 2012. According to Microsoft, the project to update millions of computers around the world without a user’s knowledge is in a bid to improve online security and help beat scammers catching people out with fake updates.

Furthermore, users who do no want their browser updated or who are happy to continue using an older version of the software could opt out or uninstall the software. However, users are encouraged not to opt-out as it is common knowledge that those with the most current browsers or indeed computer software usually experience better and much safer service.

Fake Updates

Recent reports have shown many cyber criminals to target old or outdated software programs/users when they tried to trick people into installing fake updates. Therefore, Microsoft’s plan will be a welcome development particularly for those users who either are unable or do not see the importance of updating their Web browser(s) on a regular basis.

Internet Explorer 8

The latest Microsoft upgrade programme will affect IE users running Windows XP, Vista and 7, and will first be rolled out in Australia and Brazil. Note that only those Windows users with automatic updates turned on will be enrolled in the programme. Consequently, those using Windows XP will be upgraded to IE8, while those on Vista and 7 get bumped up to IE9.

The Internet Explorer remains the most popular browser around the world, with more than 52% of people using it, according to net market research firm Net Applications whilst Mozilla’s Firefox and Google’s Chrome are battling it out for second spot.

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8 Comments

8 Comments

  1. bilal

    December 20, 2011 at 11:36 am

    this thing is really good to have because after this i have got rid of many clicking on updates . now i can have silent updates 🙂

  2. Cas

    December 20, 2011 at 11:50 am

    Good post. I am amazed to read this information about fake internet updates. Microsoft took a good action against cyber criminals . Well thanks for sharing this.

  3. Danny

    December 23, 2011 at 8:13 am

    When I read the title I thought it was a bad thing. I like to keep control of my computer and software and I don’t want my computer to get forced to update without my permission.
    But with fake updates going around I can understand the problem. It’s a good step.

  4. bilal

    December 24, 2011 at 6:51 am

    i am amazed you have given very nice tips here in your post ,thanks

  5. spielautomaten

    December 26, 2011 at 11:22 am

    I think this step taken by Microsoft is better for users security.

  6. Tracyann0312

    December 29, 2011 at 11:41 am

    This is really a good news! At least there could be automatic update when you are about to update the Internet explorer from your PC!

  7. Saqib

    January 5, 2012 at 9:20 am

    I think this is a good step taken by Microsoft. All other browsers like Chrome and Firefox auto-update, but it was always a pain for IE.

  8. Jek

    February 7, 2012 at 2:19 am

    Hi there, any feedback from Microsoft about this silent updates since they had started the rollout in January for customers in Australia & Brazil?

    thanks,
    Jek

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