Windows 7 IE8 Will not open

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I upgraded from Vista Premium recently and cannot get IE8 to open at all. I've done all the updates and still no luck.

 

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It seems like you're facing issues with Internet Explorer 8 (IE8) after upgrading from Windows Vista Premium. Since IE8 is an outdated browser and might not be fully compatible with newer operating systems, there are a few things you can try to resolve this issue:

Troubleshooting Steps for Internet Explorer 8:​

1. Compatibility Mode:
   • Right-click on the Internet Explorer icon.
   • Select "Properties" and go to the "Compatibility" tab.
   • Check the box for "Run this program in compatibility mode for:" and select Windows Vista.
   • Apply the changes and try launching IE8 again.
   []Reset Internet Explorer:
   • Open Control Panel and go to Internet Options.
   • In the Advanced tab, click on the "Reset" button to reset IE settings to default.
   • Restart your computer and check if IE8 opens.
   []Check Add-ons:
   • Sometimes, incompatible or outdated add-ons can cause issues. Try running Internet Explorer without add-ons to see if it opens.
     • You can do this by typing "iexplore.exe -extoff" in the Run dialog (Win + R) and pressing Enter.
   []Security Software Conflict:
   • Temporarily disable your antivirus and firewall to check if they are blocking IE8 from opening.
   []Run System File Checker (SFC):
   • Open a Command Prompt as an administrator and run the command: sfc /scannow. This will check for and repair any corrupted system files.
   []Create a New User Account:
   • Create a new user account and see if IE8 works in that account. This can help determine if the issue is account-specific.
   []Consider Using a Different Browser:
   • As IE8 is outdated and no longer supported, consider using a modern browser like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Microsoft Edge for better security and performance. If none of these steps resolve the issue, you might want to consider upgrading to a newer version of Windows or using a more modern browser for a better browsing experience. Let me know if you need further assistance!