How to Update Internet Explorer 9 to 10
Are you still using Internet Explorer 9 on your computer? It’s time to upgrade to Internet Explorer 10 for a faster, more secure, and modern web browsing experience. In this article, we will guide you through the process of updating Internet Explorer 9 to 10. Follow these simple steps to ensure a smooth transition.
1. Check System Requirements
Before updating, it’s essential to ensure that your computer meets the minimum system requirements for Internet Explorer 10. Here are the requirements:
– Operating System: Windows 7 or Windows Server 2008 R2
– Processor: 1 GHz or faster with support for PAE, NX, and SSE2
– RAM: 512 MB or higher
– Free hard disk space: 70 MB or higher
If your computer meets these requirements, you can proceed with the update.
2. Enable Windows Update
To install Internet Explorer 10, you need to have Windows Update enabled on your computer. Here’s how to enable it:
1. Click the Start button and select “Control Panel.”
2. Click “System and Security” and then “Windows Update.”
3. In the left pane, click “Turn Windows Update on or off.”
4. Under “Important updates,” select “Install updates automatically (recommended).”
5. Click “OK” to save the changes.
Once Windows Update is enabled, you can proceed to the next step.
3. Check for Updates
Now that Windows Update is enabled, you can check for updates to install Internet Explorer 10:
1. Open Windows Update by clicking the Start button and selecting “Control Panel.”
2. Click “System and Security” and then “Windows Update.”
3. In the left pane, click “Check for updates.”
4. Windows Update will search for available updates. If Internet Explorer 10 is available, it will be listed under “Important updates.”
5. Click “Install updates” to start the installation process.
4. Install Internet Explorer 10
After the updates have been downloaded, you can install Internet Explorer 10:
1. Click “Install updates” to begin the installation process.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
3. Once the installation is complete, you may need to restart your computer.
5. Verify the Update
After your computer restarts, verify that Internet Explorer 10 has been successfully installed:
1. Click the Start button and type “Internet Explorer” in the search box.
2. Right-click “Internet Explorer” and select “Properties.”
3. In the “Target” field, you should see “iexplore.exe” followed by the version number “10.0.”
4. If the version number is 10.0, you have successfully updated Internet Explorer 9 to 10.
Updating Internet Explorer 9 to 10 is a straightforward process that will improve your web browsing experience. By following these steps, you can ensure a smooth transition to the latest version of Internet Explorer.
