Anti-Internet Explorer 6 Campaign

If you are still using Internet Explorer 6 as your main internet browser, I cannot stress enough how important it is for you to update. You can easily update to the newest version of Internet Explorer or try another browser such as Firefox.

IE6 is plagued with issues and security holes, so much so that even back in 2004, industry professionals were urging people to move away from it. When it comes to slow computers infected with viruses and spyware, it is common in the IT industry to run virus scans and install a newer version of Internet Explorer (or a different browser all together). Back when I used to work for Tech Support at Michigan State University, many internet problems were solved by simply installing and using Firefox. Upgrading from IE6 is solid step in the right direction for anyone who wants a stable and fast operating computer.

The web development industry has been suffering from the large amount of users still on IE6. In my experience, upwards to 10-15% of development time is spent making a perfectly standards compliant website work on IE6. Large companies such as 37signals, Digg, and Facebook have publicly announced their websites will no longer support IE6, with many more following by example. Quote from Mashable.com: “the outdated browser is stifling innovation, breaking websites, and hurting the advancement of new web technology.”

If you are browsing Element Design with IE6 you will notice an information bar on the top. Clicking this will forward you to Microsoft’s official Internet Explorer site where you can easily update!