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The next screen has to do with “Suggested Sites.” Suggested Sites uses your browsing history to make web suggestions. I suggest that you select “No…” Answering “Yes…” will make surfing slower. Then click “Next”
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In the screen beloow select the “Custom…” option.
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Microsoft will set your search provider to their search engine by default. I prefer Google, but you will be given a choice of several at the end.
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The IE 8 search box can be modified (new programming). If you want to allow search providers to install updates, click yes. I would click no because I don’t want Microsoft to install updates for Live (their search engine). More on that below.
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I turn off all the “Accelerators.” You might select the “Show me...” option.
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Definitely turn on “SmartScreen Filter”
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Also say “Yes…” to “Compatibility Settings”
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Then Internet Explorer opens with three tabs. One of the tabs is for search engines. As I said, I like Google.
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For a more detailed look at Internet Explorer settings, follow this link.