Use Windows? Well guess what? You’re going to be getting a fresh copy of the new Internet Explorer whether you like it or not!

PC users will be offered Microsoft’s new browser as part of an automatic update programme by the software and technology giant.

The update is used to ensure users get the latest patches for security loopholes found in Microsoft software.

Internet Explorer 7 (IE7) is due in late 2006 and the finished version will be flagged as a “high priority” automatic download for Windows users.

Microsoft said the update would help users be “more secure and up-to-date”.

Shrinking share

The release of IE7 will be the biggest update to Microsoft’s web browser in five years. Many keen users have been testing out beta, or trial, versions of the software for some time.

When the finished version of the new browser becomes available via the automatic update system users will get offered three options either to install, install later or not install at all…. Source: BBC