I doubt there is any reason IE8 won't work. Browsers don't take much
computer power to begin with and it is so unlikely that Microsoft has
enhanced to any extent, if at all, the amount of computer power needed to
run a browser that it's not worth worrying about. In addition, depending
on
the kind of computer you have, a five year old computer will likely have
more than enough power to meet the typical user's needs well today if you
continue to run XP. You might be able to run Windows 7 on it when it
comes
out as well. You probably shouldn't run Vista on it.
Here are the main points to consider:
are there any new features or improvements you care about in the new
browser? If so, fine. If not, is there any point in bothering to
upgrade,
at least now? Just because something new comes out regarding any program
you have does not automatically mean that an update is necessary or
matters.
Also, what version of what screen-reader are you using? IE8 is not
supported by any screen-reader yet. I've seen generally favorable
comments
about how current or almost current versions of one or two screen-readers
work with IE8 but if you are upgrading your screen-reader yearly, it might
make more sense to wait for the new version of your screen-reader before
upgrading the browser.
Gene
----- Original Message -----
From: "Scott Granados" <gsgranados@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <accesscomp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Saturday, March 21, 2009 10:51 PM
Subject: [accesscomp] Re: Fw: Internet Explorer 8 is officially released
today
woah, that's like 50 years old in computer years.
;)
----- Original Message -----
From: arlene
To: accesscomp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Sent: Saturday, March 21, 2009 10:32 PM
Subject: [accesscomp] Re: Fw: Internet Explorer 8 is officially released
today
Hello: Will internet 8 be alright for my 5 year old computer? I
have internet 7
----- Original Message -----
From: Reginald George
To: accesscomp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx ; Adaptive technology information and
support.
Sent: Friday, March 20, 2009 8:35 AM
Subject: [accesscomp] Fw: Internet Explorer 8 is officially released
today
Works fine with JAWS10. Otherwise your mileage may vary.
It's true so get ready! Here is the link to the IE8 home page.
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/internet-explorer/default.aspx
Thanks,
Jim Ellsworth
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