How to Get Internet Explorer on a Chromebook
Chromebooks have become increasingly popular due to their simplicity, affordability, and security features. However, some users may find themselves in need of Internet Explorer, a web browser that is not natively available on Chromebooks. If you are one of those users, don’t worry; there are ways to install Internet Explorer on your Chromebook. In this article, we will guide you through the process of getting Internet Explorer on your Chromebook.
1. Enable Developer Mode
Before you can install Internet Explorer on your Chromebook, you need to enable Developer Mode. This will allow you to install third-party apps and browsers that are not available in the Chrome Web Store. To enable Developer Mode, follow these steps:
- Restart your Chromebook.
- Press and hold the “Esc” and “Refresh” keys while your Chromebook boots up.
- When the “Developer mode” screen appears, press the “Enter” key.
- Enter your password when prompted.
- Agree to the terms and conditions.
2. Install Linux (Beta)
Next, you need to install Linux (Beta) on your Chromebook. This will provide you with a Linux environment where you can install Internet Explorer. To install Linux, follow these steps:
- Open the “Settings” app.
- Go to “Advanced” > “Linux (Beta).”
- Click “Turn On.”
- Wait for the Linux installation to complete.
3. Install Wine
Wine is a compatibility layer that allows you to run Windows applications on Linux. To install Internet Explorer on your Chromebook, you will need to install Wine. To install Wine, follow these steps:
- Open the Linux terminal by clicking the terminal icon in the lower-left corner of the screen.
- Enter the following command to install Wine:
- sudo apt-get install wine
4. Download and Install Internet Explorer
Now that you have Wine installed, you can download and install Internet Explorer on your Chromebook. To do this, follow these steps:
- Open the Linux terminal.
- Enter the following command to download Internet Explorer:
- wget https://www.iowahelp.com/downloads/ie11win7.zip
- Extract the downloaded file:
- unzip ie11win7.zip
- Install Internet Explorer:
- cd ie11win7
- wine setup.exe
5. Launch Internet Explorer
After the installation is complete, you can launch Internet Explorer by searching for “ie” in the Linux terminal or by clicking the “Internet Explorer” icon on the desktop.
By following these steps, you can successfully install Internet Explorer on your Chromebook. While it may not be the most seamless experience, it allows you to access websites that require Internet Explorer, such as certain online banking platforms or legacy applications.
