Internet Explorer has a long, storied history on the Internet, and each new edition always carries with it a hefty set of expectations. Internet Explorer 6 has a host of new features for developers and users alike, with security packs that further increase the safety of the browser itself.

User features

The web became a more social place when Internet Explorer 6 was created and the features reflect this fact. Users enjoy the convenience of the My Pictures toolbar, an area within the browser that lets you easily share pictures with other Internet users through email or social networking. Saving pictures became much easier also.

Audio and video features were integrated into the browser sidebar itself rather than having a user open windows separately to enjoy videos or music. As with most features within this browser, convenience comes first, and that means fewer windows, tabbed browsing, and security features to protect private information.

Compatibility

Users of Internet Explorer 6 will be pleased to know that surfing the modern Internet becomes much easier with this browser. Programming languages and HTML have been upgraded to allow modern websites to display easily on the browser. Beta testers were overall pleased with the browsing experience and found that websites were compatible with the browser.

Overall Review

Social media continues to grow online and Internet Explorer 6 meets the challenge by making it easier than ever to share personal pictures and files with other online users. Developers will find that new scripts and features are also there for them to play with and use to create a more stable environment for online users. Downloads of new versions of Internet Explorer are always in high demand, but this version especially marks the beginning of a very different online world that is more open to social media than ever before.