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http://www.microsoft.com/windows/internet-explorer/

Yep, that’s right.  Internet Explorer 8 was just recently released.  If you have not had a chance to try it out, I highly suggest you give it a try.  Some features from the MS IE website.

Overview

See what we’ve done to make Internet Explorer 8 faster, easier, and safer than ever.

Accelerators

Accelerators let you map directions, translate words, email your friends, and more in just a few mouse clicks.

InPrivate Browsing

Browse the web without saving your history with Internet Explorer 8′s InPrivate Browsing. Now you can shop for that special gift with confidence knowing your family won’t accidentally find out or use a shared computer without leaving a trace.

Web Slices

Keep up with changes to the sites you care about most. Add a Web Slice and you won’t have to go back to the same website again and again for updates on news, stock quotes, online auctions, weather, or even sports scores.

Search suggestions

Search smarter with detailed suggestions from your favorite search providers and browsing history. See visual previews and get suggested content topics while you type in the enhanced Instant Search Box.

SmartScreen Filter

New security features help to protect you against deceptive and malicious websites which can compromise your data, privacy and identity.

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