Restoring internet explorer 11 windows 7. Reinstalling internet explorer browser. Changing your home page

Good afternoon Just recently I wrote an article on how to remove Internet Explorer? In this article we will continue the topic we started and talk about how to restore Explorer now.

I'm not doing this for fun, it's just that last time my explorer was severely damaged as a result of an accident. So, I had to delete it. I could do without him. I don’t really need this browser, but many users write that Internet Explorer 11 is faster than its predecessors, and many want to know how it can be restored or reinstalled.

Yes, version 11 has indeed become faster and more convenient than its predecessors. Although it is clearly not up to par with many browsers. Therefore, we continue this topic.

So, in order to restore Internet Explorer, you must first check whether you have it turned on or not. Remember in the last article we turned it off? So, for this we need a control panel. We enter through the launch. Next, in the menu on the left, select “Large icons”

and look for the inscription: “Programs and components”. In the top left menu, select “Turn off Windows components.”

We will be asked to wait a little, then we will see a new window where we will see the installed system components. In my case, there is no checkmark above Internet Explorer 11, so it needs to be checked.

We will see an inscription where we will be asked to wait a little. Let's wait until the inscription disappears and open our Internet Explorer. If you don't have a shortcut to it on your desktop, you'll have to go to Program Files through Explorer. To do this, left-click on the “Computer” shortcut, select drive C, look for the Program Files folder and click on it.

A new window will open, where we need to select a file with the Explorer logo and the inscription iexplore.exe. Let's click on this inscription, and our browser will launch (you may have something like this, the main thing is to click on the explorer image).

If you cannot find Internet Explorer on your computer, simply download it from the Internet and proceed further. If you can’t launch Explorer, enter in the search bar inetcpl.cpl and press enter. The browser should start.

How to restore Internet Explorer by resetting parameters

Now, friends, let's get down to the main work. First, we will reset the Internet Explorer settings. In the “Tools” submenu we will find the line “Browser Options” (This menu is located under the main menu, if you can’t see it, you need to press the Alt button).

Click on this line and select “Advanced”. In the window that opens, click the “Reset” button.

Then we will be asked if we really want to reset. Before agreeing, be sure to check the “Delete personal settings” box. Click on reset.

We will begin resetting Internet Explorer settings.

After the reset procedure, you need to restart the computer. Before doing this, do not forget to close all running programs and save the necessary data.

Uploading a new version

Now, to restore Internet Explorer we need download new version browser. We select this version to suit our system and the capacity of our system.

Now we need to remove the old version of Internet Explorer. I wrote about this in my article “”. Then, restart your computer.

After this, install the downloaded version. You have restored your browser.

I hope you now know how to restore Internet Explorer?

Friends, after removing Explorer from your computer, I suggest you reinstall Windows not on a regular HDD, but on an SSD, as I did. You can buy it on AliExpress. Disks on a page range from 120 to 960 GB, i.e., actually 1 TB. You can purchase it via the link.... Judging by the description, the disk is suitable for both Computers and (laptops).

From the screenshot you can see the disk volumes. If you need to install the system, it is enough to purchase a disk with a capacity of 120 GB. If it’s a full-fledged hard drive, then, at your discretion, from 480 to 960 GB. Why do I recommend installing Windows on a solid-state hard drive? Your system will boot in seconds! If you purchase a 1TB disk, all your programs will work!

Sincerely, Andrey Zimin 05/21/2015

An anecdote in every article

Kaspersky Anti-Virus finds in the folder C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer virus and suggests rebooting the computer to completely remove it, I agree and reboot, but after the reboot, Kaspersky again finds this virus. The virus file is not deleted manually. The Dr.Web CureIt anti-virus scanner also finds this virus, but cannot neutralize it. Periodically browser Internet Explorer won't open or it opens, but after a while an error appears " Internet Explorer has stopped working" and the browser closes. The browser's home page constantly changes to one GS site, then to another.

I'm terribly tired of all this and the most important thing is that resetting the Internet Explorer browser settings and disabling all add-ons, as well as deleting temporary files, clearing the cache in the folder

C:\Users\Username\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\INetCache does not help.

The official Microsoft website offers an ineffective way to reinstall Internet Explorer

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/318378/ru#repair

They say that the browser is an integral part of the operating system and it is impossible to remove it, you can simply disable it, then reboot and enable it, and this is what they call reinstallation?! I tried this, but the virus remains in the C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer folder. Most likely, this method is suitable for milder cases.

Hello friends, I will offer you my secret way to reinstall the Internet Explorer browser and this will be a real reinstallation, all working browser files will be deleted and then restored again. Since I constantly have to deal with computers infected with viruses, and the Internet Explorer browser often becomes a target for virus writers, I have developed my own method for reinstalling it and I must say, it is quite successful.

It is no secret that most malware lies in wait for us on the vastness of the World Wide Web, and the browser (for many users the most frequently used operating system tool) is the first to take the attack of a malicious program and often loses the battle. If the problem happens with any other browser, then you can simply reinstall it, but with Internet Explorer everything looks different, it is actually difficult to remove it, but it is possible.

As our reader correctly noted, Microsoft offers its own method of reinstalling Internet Explorer, but it is far from ideal; using this method, the browser is simply turned off and then turned on if necessary, but the browser files in its personal folder C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer are not reinstalled again. If the browser files are damaged or infected with a virus, then disabling and enabling this will not help.

Note: Friends, if you have problems with your browser Internet Explorer does not always need to be reinstalled; in most cases, it is enough to check the C: drive with the installed operating system for viruses with an anti-virus scanner, then:

1. P reset all browser settings.

2. Disable all unnecessary browser add-ons.

3. Delete temporary files.

Reset all browser settings. Tools -> Browser Options

Advanced -> Reset

Check the box ->Delete personal settings and click on the Reset button.

Close. And reboot the computer.

After the reboot, check whether the Internet Explorer browser add-ons are reset.

Click the Tools button, and then select Configure Add-ons.

In this window, disable all unnecessary and unfamiliar elements and toolbars. For example, I recently uninstalled the Video Converter Ultimate program from my computer, but despite this, it left its completely unnecessary Toolbar (graphical interface element) in the browser. Such elements can also be left behind by malware.

For example, this Toolbar can block your access to all social networks, I wrote about it in the article -.

In Internet Explorer browser Click the Tools button and then select Internet Options.

On the General->Browser History tab, click the Delete button.

Then you can make sure everything in the browser's temporary files folder is deleted. On the General->Browser History tab, click the Options button.

View files

The browser temporary files folder will open, you can delete everything in it manually

C:\Users\Username\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\INetCache

Friends, if after this your browser Internet Explorer will misbehave, which means you will have to completely reinstall it.

Complete reinstallation of Internet Explorer browser

To achieve the goal, you and I need to boot into the Windows 8.1 recovery environment, since in a running operating system with the Internet Explorer browser, the operating system itself will not allow us to do anything.

In the initial Windows 8.1 installation window, press the keyboard shortcut shift+f10 and a command prompt window will open

First, we determine the drive letter of the Windows 8.1 operating system. Enter the notepad command.

Notepad will open. File -> Open

Left click onComputer. File type- select All files , then determine the drive letter with Windows 8.1 installed (in the recovery environment, Win 8.1 may not have the letter C at all:) in my case, the files of the installed operating system ended up on the disk(F:).

We go to the F:\Program Files folder and rename the Internet Explorer folder, for example, to 1. You can delete the folder, since we will install the browser again, but it is always better to be on the safe side.

Update

The job is done, close all windows and restart the computer.

After loading Windows 8.1, if you enter the folder C:\Program Files, then naturally instead of the folder Internet Explorer will be folder 1. For the operating system this means one thing - browserInternet Explorer is no more.

Reinstalling the Internet Explorer browser

This article describes how to reinstall or repair Internet Explorer in Windows XP. This need may arise if there are problems with Internet Explorer due to corrupted files or missing registration information.

Note. In some situations, reinstalling or repairing Internet Explorer 6 will also resolve problems with Microsoft Outlook Express

Introduction

You may need to reinstall or restore Internet Explorer in Windows XP if you experience problems with Internet Explorer due to file corruption or missing registration information. You can also reinstall or repair Internet Explorer 6 to resolve issues with Outlook Express on Windows XP.

How to resolve the issue when using Internet Explorer 6

To solve the problem, you can use any of the methods described in this article. Choose the one that is most convenient.

Method 1: Install Internet Explorer 7

Problems with Internet Explorer 6 can be resolved by installing Internet Explorer 7. Installing Internet Explorer 7 will not fix problems with Outlook Express in most cases.

For information about installing Internet Explorer 7, go to the following Microsoft Web site (in English):

Note. After you install Internet Explorer 7, you can repair damaged files or login information in Internet Explorer 7.

To do this, follow the steps below.

From the Tools menu, select Internet Options.
On the Advanced tab, click Reset.
In the Reset Internet Explorer Settings dialog box, click Reset.

Method 2: Install Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2)

If you don't want or can't install Internet Explorer 7, you can sometimes fix problems with Internet Explorer 6 by installing Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2). Installing Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) may also help resolve problems with Outlook Express. To install Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2), follow the steps below.

Visit the Microsoft Web site at
Click Quick Install (recommended).
If your computer meets the requirements, Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) will be included in the list of recommended updates. Click the Install button.
Review the terms of the Microsoft Software License Agreement. If they suit you, accept them.

For more information about obtaining the latest service pack for Windows XP, see the following article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:

Method 3: Repair Internet Explorer 6 using System File Checker in Windows XP

If you already have Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) installed and you don't want to install Internet Explorer 7, you can try to resolve problems with Internet Explorer 6 by running System File Checker. This may also resolve issues with Outlook Express.

To run System File Checker, follow the steps below.

Click the button Start, select item Execute, enter the command sfc /scannow and press the key ENTER.
Follow the System File Checker instructions
When System File Checker finishes running, restart your computer.

Method 4: Reinstall Internet Explorer 6 using the Ie.inf file

If you have already installed Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) and do not want to install Internet Explorer 7, in some situations you can resolve problems with Internet Explorer 6 by reinstalling it using the file Ie.inf. To do this, follow the steps below.

Select from menu Start paragraph Execute, enter the command %systemroot%\inf and press the key ENTER.
Find the file Ie.inf which is in the folder Windows\Inf.
Click file Ie.inf right click and select command Install
When copying is complete, restart your computer.

How to resolve the issue when using Internet Explorer 7

If you are using Internet Explorer 7, you can recover corrupted files or missing registration information in Internet Explorer 7. To do this, follow the steps below.

Launch Internet Explorer 7.
On the menu Service select team Internet Options.
On the tab Additionally click the button Reset,
In the dialog box Resetting Internet Explorer settings click the button Reset.

Troubleshooting for Advanced Users

This subsection is intended for advanced users. If additional troubleshooting steps are too difficult, you can contact a technician or support for help. For information about how to do this, go to the following Microsoft website

If errors or problems occur while using Internet Explorer, it is quite possible that they are related to changes in settings in the browser. You can get rid of problems by returning to the original settings of your Internet browser. Once you start the process, it cannot be canceled. Therefore, keep in mind that the current settings will be lost forever.

Automatic reset

Microsoft offers users a very convenient tool called Fix it. It helps in various situations, including when problems arise with the Internet browser. If we talk about how to restore the internet explorer browser, then this utility can be very useful if you do not plan to stop using it completely.

Fix it can be used by those who have versions of XP, Vista or Seven installed. In Windows 8, you will need to reset the settings manually.

So, to solve the problem, we launch the utility, which can be found on the developers’ website. You can download and install it by clicking on File Upload and agreeing to the Run command. After this, you will need to follow the instructions that the Installation Wizard will recommend.

The next stage is direct troubleshooting. To do this, go to a window that will allow you to reset your browser settings. Click on the Reset button. After the process is completed, close the utility.

Restoring default values in internet explorer

In Properties we are interested in the Advanced tab. Here you should click the Reset button. Those who use version 6 of internet explorer will need the Default command. It should be noted that resetting only disables extensions, but does not remove them. In order to delete cookies, browsing history, passwords, etc., you need to check the corresponding boxes. After the operation is completed, you should close the browser window. The changes will take effect the next time you open your Internet browser.

If restoring the original settings did not help fix the problem, you can try to return the system to the moment when the browser worked correctly.

In Vista, to do this, go to the control panel and go to System and Security. After that, click on Backup and Restore. The Fix Windows and System Restore option will be located on the left side panel. In the menu that opens, you can select a restore point, in other words, the date when the browser, in your opinion, worked without problems. But in this case, a restore point must be created in advance; read how to do this in Windows 7.

In XP, you can restore the system through standard programs. In them we find the line Service, where this function is located directly. Having switched to it, you need to select the point when you think the browser worked without any problems. G8 users can also roll back the system to the desired settings using built-in tools.

If all of the above steps did not help, then maybe you should think about changing your browser. Currently, developers offer many quite decent Internet browsers, for example, Chrome, Firefox, etc. By the way, any bookmarks that were saved directly in Internet Explorer can be easily transferred to any other browser.

Internet Explorer may not start working correctly. It happens that restarting the system or clearing the cache with your browsing history does not help. You have to reinstall or restore the browser. This is an extreme method, but quite effective, so it deserves attention. Let's take a closer look at how to reinstall Internet Explorer.

If the failure is due to a virus

If the browser files are damaged or infected with a virus, restoring and reinstalling will not help. You must first get rid of the virus and disinfect the files. Run a deep scan. So use a separate scanner for a more effective solution, for example, download Dr.Web CureIt.

This is followed by:

Reset all browser settings that have ever been made by users of this PC. We will talk about this in the next section of the article.
Disable all unnecessary program add-ons.
Get rid of temporary files that have accumulated on the system.

Recovery

Before reinstalling your browser, try restoring it. The problem may not be solved.

When restoring, all changed browser settings are reset, that is, the program returns to its original form.

Go to the “Browser Options” window in the standard utility menu, in particular through the gear sign.

Switch to the “Security” block and click on “Reset”.

Check the box next to “Delete personal settings.” Click the Reset button again."

Set your PC to reboot.

Reinstalling Internet Explorer

If the recovery is not successful and the browser continues to behave incorrectly, you need to reinstall it. However, this is a standard utility built into Windows OS? Is it removed in the same way as third-party programs? No, unfortunately, the procedure will be completely different. You cannot get rid of the built-in utility through the Programs and Features window.

In Windows, you can disable system components that are not currently needed, such as built-in programs. Internet Explorer is just that. By disabling the browser on the system, the user deletes it. Please note that any changes you make to your browser settings will be permanently deleted.

Let's look at reinstalling the built-in browser using version 11 as an example.

1.Go to the Control Panel through the Start button.

2.Launch the Programs and Features window.

3. Since the browser is built into the OS, we cannot simply remove it. On the left side of the window, find the item “Turn Windows features on or off” and open it.

4.Uncheck the Interner Explorer 11 object. Confirm your intention to disable the component. Don’t worry, the system will then reinstall the browser itself after turning it back on.

5.Restart your device.

All files associated with Internet Explorer will be successfully deleted from the PC memory. What to do next?

Open the Windows Components window again.
Check Internet Explorer 11 and apply the changes. The system will reconfigure the Windows components itself. Then restart your computer. The browser will be installed again.

Naturally, the entire browsing history, cache, and autofill forms will be deleted. The browser will be clean, just like after reinstalling Windows.

If you have a version lower than 11, you need to first download the latest version of the browser from the official Microsoft resource. After disabling the component and restarting the computer, you need to run the installer and install the new version of the program manually. Installation is simple - you just need to follow the Wizard's instructions.

Solve browser problems by updating to IE 11

In order for the browser to work properly, you need to install updates regularly. Since browsers now mostly update themselves automatically in the background, problems with the update are rare, but they do occur. How to install updates on old IE? What should I do if automatic updates are disabled and the browser freezes?

Let's go to the official resource: www.microsoft.com. Download the installer for IE 11 there.
Open the downloaded file.
The installation window will open. The system will download the necessary updates itself. You don't need to do anything.
Click on the "Reboot Now" button. Your PC will restart and you will see that the system has an updated standard browser.

IE 11 cannot be installed on Windows XP, since it is already an outdated version of the OS.

How can I reinstall differently?

This solution to the browser problem is suitable for those people who already have experience with relatively complex computer operations.

1.Boot the PC from the Windows 8.1 recovery flash drive. This can also be done from the installation disk, if you have one. What is it for? The OS itself will not let you do anything in its environment with IE already installed.

2.Hold down Shift + F10. A command prompt window will open.

3.Write the notepad command as shown in the figure.

4.In Notepad, click on the first section at the top “File” and click on the “Open” item.

5.In the left part of the window, click on “Computer”. Select the Windows drive (F:).

6.Open the Program Files folder and change the name of the Internet Explorer section, for example, to 1. You can remove it altogether, but it’s better to leave it just in case. For the OS, the absence of the Internet Explorer folder will mean that the browser is not on the system, that is, the system will not detect it.

7.Call the context menu with the right mouse button and select “Update”.

8.Restart your device.

Putting the browser back into the system

1.Run the command line again as administrator. After system32 we write sfc /scannow. This will mean running a system file integrity check. The system will detect that Internet Explorer is missing and will begin to restore files itself. The fact is that all backup copies of OS components are stored in the WinSxS partition on the system disk. From there the PC will take data to restore browser files.

2.When you see a message in the window that says that the system has detected damaged files and restored them successfully, you can restart your computer.

3.Go back to the Program Files folder. There will be both 1 and Internet Explorer. We remove folder 1, which we renamed to be on the safe side, since the reinstallation was successful.

You cannot reinstall Internet Explorer using standard means, since it is already a built-in OS component. It needs to be turned off and then turned on again through a special window. This is what reinstalling it is all about.