Microsoft, Seriously You’re Breaking my Heart
This one goes out to all my wonderful IE users who just can’t get enough of Microsoft’s poor excuse for a browser!
Microsoft Corp. is taking the unusual step of issuing an emergency fix for a security hole in its Internet Explorer software that has exposes millions of users to having their computers taken over by hackers.
Microsoft said it plans to ship a security update, rated “critical,” for the browser today. People with the Windows Update feature activated on their computers will get the patch automatically.
For more information go to www.microsoft.com/technet/security/advisory/961051.mspx.
The Associated Press
First off, I know IE is the most used browser through out the internet. Obviously it is because Windows is the most dominant OS in the PC market and many users have no idea that there is an abundance of other browsers that users can download and enjoy without having to download 3 billion add-ons and patches just to maintain their day by day browsing habits.
This annoyance with IE hits rather close to home since I just got finished designing my blog, and what do you know! It does not render how I would like it in IE6 and slightly IE7. Microsoft, please do me a favor and everyone else in the world by just acquiring a company that makes a stable browser which complies with W3c standards and in terms of stability does not require a new “critical update” every other month to patch security flaws.
Most importantly all you fine ladies and gentlemen, dogs, cats, roaches, whatever you may be. Practice safe browsing habits. If you’re an individual who carelessly clicks links not knowing where the hell they lead or install things from websites who’s domain extension ends in “.ru” (petty examples I know), then invest in a MAC. Really though The Easiest way to keep your computer safe is to STOP USING INTERNET EXPLORER.
Here are some helpful reads and tools:
Microsoft Security Advisory (961051)
More info about IE7 Critical Update
