Gordon's WebLog

Internet Explorer version 7

Finally Microsoft has released Internet Explorer version 7 for download. This follows extensive testing of beta 1 and beta 2 versions.

The download is stated to be available from the Microsoft web site but I have to say that the link on the site does NOT seem to allow download ! Even Microsoft make mistakes. As and when the link is corrected this post will be updated.

Well, well, well. One day later and Microsoft have removed the link from their home page (wonder why), but I have tracked it down HERE.

It is also rumoured that as from 1st November 2006 Microsoft will add IE7 to the automatic update program.

Windows Vista

Vista is now in an advanced state and should be available fairly soon.

In the meantime, there is an upgrade adviser program available from the Microsoft web site here which will analise your system and point out any problem drivers, cards and programs.

Having run the adviser on my PC I was advised that it would run Vista OK, but several drivers, graphic card and other programs (interestingly enough including my Anti Virus software) may cause problems. However, Microsoft do give fairly good advice as to how to overcome problems and download new drivers etc.