How do I get into Internet Explorer?
If you’re looking to access Internet Explorer, one of the oldest and most iconic web browsers, you might be wondering how to do so in today’s world where modern browsers like Chrome and Firefox dominate. Internet Explorer, also known as IE, was once the go-to browser for millions of users, but with the rise of newer, more efficient browsers, it has become less common. However, there are still instances where you might need to use Internet Explorer, such as when dealing with legacy websites or applications. In this article, we’ll guide you through the process of accessing Internet Explorer on various platforms.
Accessing Internet Explorer on Windows
If you’re using a Windows operating system, you can easily access Internet Explorer by following these steps:
1. Click on the Start button located at the bottom left corner of your screen.
2. In the search bar, type “Internet Explorer” and press Enter.
3. The Internet Explorer icon should appear in the search results. Click on it to open the browser.
Alternatively, you can find Internet Explorer in the list of installed programs by clicking on “Apps” in the Start menu, then scrolling down to “Windows System,” and selecting “Internet Explorer.”
Accessing Internet Explorer on macOS
If you’re using a Mac, you won’t find Internet Explorer installed by default. However, you can still access it by downloading the Internet Explorer for Mac browser. Here’s how:
1. Visit the Internet Explorer for Mac website: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/internet-explorer-for-mac
2. Click on the “Download” button to start the download process.
3. Once the download is complete, open the downloaded file and follow the installation instructions.
After installing Internet Explorer for Mac, you can access it by clicking on the icon in your Applications folder.
Accessing Internet Explorer on Linux
Internet Explorer is not available for Linux, but you can use Wine, a compatibility layer that allows you to run Windows applications on Linux, to install and run Internet Explorer. Here’s how:
1. Install Wine on your Linux distribution. You can find instructions for your specific distribution on the Wine website: https://www.winehq.org/download
2. Download the Internet Explorer installer for Windows from the Microsoft website: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/internet-explorer-11-for-windows-7-details
3. Run the installer using Wine by right-clicking on the installer file and selecting “Open with Wine Windows Program Loader.”
4. Follow the installation instructions to install Internet Explorer on your Linux system.
Conclusion
While Internet Explorer may not be the most popular browser anymore, it’s still possible to access it on various platforms. Whether you’re using Windows, macOS, or Linux, the steps outlined in this article should help you get into Internet Explorer and access the web the way you used to.
