With IE11, Microsoft gets all touchy-feely - CNET

The browser is designed for Windows 8.1, but according to one report, will eventually make its way to Windows 7. June 27, 2013 5:19 AM PDT A look at Internet Explorer 11. (Credit: Microsoft) Microsoft on Wednesday introduced the latest version of its browser, Internet Explorer 11, complete with a host of touch features designed for Windows 8.1. In a blog post announcing the launch, Microsoft focused much of its time on the "touch optimized" feature set available in Internet Explorer 11. The browser includes a "stick to your finger" feature that allows users to pan, zoom, and swipe around a Web site. That swipe feature can also be used for folks to go back to a previous page or forward to a previously viewed page. The browser also includes touch hover menu support. Touch-optimized features is a logical addition to Internet Explorer 11. An increasing number of people are adopting touch-based devices, like tablets, and have grown comfortable with swiping and panning around a page. The experience is far more intuitive than a typical browsing experience. Related stories Microsoft's pitch for hybrids: Tablets alone don't cut it Inside Scoop: Microsoft unveils Windows 8.1 Windows 8.1 has arrived Facebook building official app for Windows 8 Microsoft moves from short twitch to rapid release at Build 2013 Still, the vast majority of people actually engaging in those actions are doing so on tablets and smartphones. And although it'll be available on the PC, and Apple has similar features built into its own operating system, thanks to its Magic Mouse and Magic Trackpad, for many computer users, interacting with the back button, address bar, and other core features as they always have is second nature. In other words, while touch may be a nice addition, it's not a must-have. In addition to its touch features, Internet Explorer 11 comes with support for up to 100 tab per window and is designed to efficiently use battery life. Microsoft also says that pages will load more quickly and HTML5 is fully supported without the need for additional plugins. Interestingly, Internet Explorer 11 is coming to Windows 7. Engadget reported recently that Microsoft has confirmed the browser will make its way to the company's last operating system. It's not clear, however, when that launch will happen. via Technology - Google News http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNH1rLXu8QbVC_0YqM6Yrae7bNM3WQ&url=http://news.cnet.com/8301-10805_3-57591280-75/microsoft-gets-all-touchy-feely-with-internet-explorer-11/

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