Internet Explorer 8 Beta, Microsoft Announces New Version
- 29 de março de 2008
Microsoft has released the Beta version of Internet Explorer 8 for download.
According to the company, the new version of IE will faithfully follow W3C standards, to the joy of every Web developer, who always waste time modifying their code for IE standards.
This promise from Microsoft represents a significant change in the company’s approach to web standards. Historically, Internet Explorer has been known for its own interpretations of standards, forcing developers to create specific code or alternative solutions.
The adoption of W3C standards by IE8 can mean:
In summary, Less time spent with Internet Explorer-specific fixes, Cleaner and more standardized code, Better compatibility between different browsers and More efficient web page development.
To test the news, you can download the beta version through Microsoft’s official website.
Link: Internet Explorer 8 Download
Although it’s a beta version, IE8 represents an important step by Microsoft towards web standards. For developers who have dealt with incompatibilities for years, this could be a very welcome change.
Worth remembering that beta versions are intended for testing and may present instabilities. Caution is recommended when installing in production environments.