Microsoft’s Internet Explorer is retiring.

Alisa — Fri, 03 Jun 2022 17:13:37 +0000

You may know, you may be somewhat aware, or you may not know at all. Wherever your knowledge level is, this is what you need to know. Microsoft is retiring Internet Explorer (IE) on June 15th. It isn’t 100% clear exactly when something will change on a user’s PCs that stops Internet Explorer from working or is it clear exactly how the disabling of Internet Explorer will work.

Over the last few years, Microsoft has moved away from Internet Explorer and move toward Microsoft Edge. Microsoft Edge has Internet Explorer mode (“IE mode”) built in, so you can access those legacy Internet Explorer-based websites and applications straight from Microsoft Edge.

For consumers it is a matter of switching to Microsoft Edge or another browser such as Google Chrome. For businesses, you may have a surprisingly large set of legacy Internet Explorer-based websites and apps, built up over many years. By moving to Microsoft Edge, you’ll be able to extend the life of your legacy websites and apps well beyond the Internet Explorer 11 desktop application retirement date using IE mode. Internet Explorer mode in Microsoft Edge will be supported through at least 2029.

Microsoft states in a recent blog post. To prepare your organization for June 15, 2022, we recommend the following three steps to begin setting up Microsoft Edge with Internet Explorer mode:

Check out the Internet Explorer mode website for more details.

Read the Getting Started guide for helpful check lists, instructional videos and links to no-cost support.

Reuse your Enterprise Mode Site List from Internet Explorer if you already have one. Reusing your Enterprise Mode Site List means you’re already on your way to setting up IE mode. If you don’t have one, create one using this Configure IE mode tool.

Here at Computer Systems, Inc. we just wanted to make sure you are aware that Internet Explorer is about to head off into the sunset after a long up and down career and if you have any questions about it, please contact us. 

For most of our clients that have web applications that previously required IE we have already tested and confirmed those Web Apps work through the IE mode in the Edge Browser. For our clients we know most of the important sites will work without IE.  But if you are still using internet explorer as your default browser, it is time to move to another browser like Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge.

We are always available to you if you have questions or concerns.

Windows 7 End of Life

Alisa — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 18:42:07 +0000

In January 2020, Microsoft will no longer provide support for Windows 7 and end security
updates.

This means
that your Windows 7 machines can’t be supported and are vulnerable to
security issues and down time. We understand updating your companies and
clients operating software may seem overwhelming; however, we want you to know
this can be a very simple and painless process.

If you are
a Cyber Sentry client, at your request, we will provide you with a
complete list of machines that can be upgraded and which ones need to be
replaced.

If you are
an “on-demand” client here is what you need to do:

Determine if the machine can be upgraded to Windows 10.
If it was purchased after July 2015, you may be able to upgrade to Windows 10
at no charge. If the age of these machines in January 2020 will be at or
near your normal replacement cycle (3-5 years typically) it may be best to
replace now to avoid upgrading and replacing shortly after.
Determine
if all of the software on your machines is compatible with Windows 10 or if it
needs to be upgraded. For example, old copies of MS Office may need
to be upgraded to work on Windows 10.

Worth Noting:

The real cost for upgrade with license,
IT labor, and dealing with incompatibilities is likely about $200-$300 per
machine, making it very undesirable to sink that much money in almost
5-year-old machines.

We understand this can be very
intimidating, but that’s why we are here! This is a duty that cannot be
ignored, and we are willing to help and guide you through every step of the
process. Give us a call and we will create a plan for your business to ease
your mind and be sure your business continues running as smooth as possible.

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Microsoft’s Internet Explorer is retiring.

Windows 7 End of Life