Take Internet Explorer 9 for a test drive

Microsoft is promising that Internet Explorer 9 will be packed full of new features and improvements. In fact, it’s possible to download and try out the latest beta version right now.However, it’s important to understand that a beta program is unfinished, which means that it’s still being tested. As a result, there may be bugs, glitches and other unforeseen problems to contend with. Also, you shouldn’t expect Microsoft to provide any support if you do encounter problems.If that warning hasn’t put you off, then read on to discover how to safely install Internet Explorer 9 on your PC. Your computer will need to be running Windows 7 or Vista with Service Pack 2 – Internet Explorer 9 is not available for Windows XP.And if you want to remove the Internet Explorer 9 beta from your PC, click Start, followed by Control Panel and then Programs. Now click the View installed updates link and wait until all the updates are displayed. Scroll down to the Microsoft Windows section, select Windows Internet Explorer 9 and click Uninstall.If this doesn’t work, click Start, followed by All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, and then System Restore. Click Next, select the System Restore point created prior to installing Internet Explorer 9 and click Next, followed by Finish, to restore the PC.Baffled by jargon? See our free online Jargon Buster.