Update Internet Explorer Safely


According to the Windows Update site, there's a new version of Internet Explorer, but I'm afraid to install the update lest it oerwrite a bunch of settings without asking. What are my options?

You're right to be suspicious; if you install IE via Windows Update, it will almost certainly overwrite your file types and make itself the default browser, whether you want it to or not. Fortunately, you can download a standalone installer from http://www.microsoft.com/ie/ , which will let you choose the installation options. Make sure you click any "Advanced" or "Custom" buttons you encounter during installation so you can customize IE's installation to suit your needs.

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