Internet Explorer is reliable, but its features and performance are falling behind those of the newer browsers. IE has also fallen behind on the performance curve. Safari, Camino, and even Opera are all faster in rendering pages and more responsive with resizing screens.
But don't trash your copy of Internet Explorer just yet. If you're having problems accessing some aspect of a Web page with another browser or a plug-in isn't working, there's a good chance IE will do the job. For instance, IE and Camino were the only browsers that successfully played music at Live365.com; the others failed to execute the JavaScript properly. Internet Explorer often works with plug-ins where other sites have problems. The issue is compatibility; because IE is the number one browser worldwide, most Web sites take the time to make sure it will work. IE is still a free download from Microsoft, and it's well supported. The browser includes extensive online help, and Microsoft provides online tips and FAQs.
REDMOND, Wash., June 17, 2002 — Microsoft Corp. Today announced the availability of Microsoft® Internet Explorer 5.2 for Mac OS X, the latest update to the most popular browser available for the Macintosh operating system. Microsoft word for mac free. The update includes a number of enhancements that make the browsing experience better for customers using Mac OS X. For example, using Quartz text smoothing, Internet Explorer 5.2 now provides smooth display of text, making Web sites easier to read. Auto clicker for apple mac. The free* download is available at The release is the latest in a series of announcements from Microsoft that show a continued commitment to the Macintosh platform.
Other recent announcements include the release of Microsoft Office v. X Service Release 1 and MSN® Messenger 3.0 for Mac. “We’ve had overwhelming response from customers using our products for the Mac and remain committed to building the best software solutions on the Mac platform,” said Kevin Browne, general manager of the Macintosh Business Unit at Microsoft. “We think people will be extremely pleased with the new rendering abilities of Internet Explorer.