You will not loose IE if you install Firefox. Firefox is a much more secure web browser and it is highly recommended. Be sure to install certain add-ons like IE Tab. With IE Tab you can even use Firefox on Microsoft sites. Other important features are NoScript, Pop-up blockers, Adblock, and HideMyIP along with many others to choose from. You may also select different themes for your browser. Firefox is a nice browser along with Opera, and I've heard but not used Safari. Safari is available for Windows now. I thought Opera was okay, but I didn't enjoy the user interface. Personally I like Firefox, and I haven't even used IE one time in the last two years. They are easy to remove if you do not like them. Safari: http://www.apple.com/safari/download/ Opera: http://www.opera.com/ Firefox: http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/ Give them a try and see what you like best. They are all more secure than IE.
syxguns Thanks a million for your speedy reply and most interesting and informative answer.I will certainly take your advise on board and may pick your brain again should I have a problem!----THANKS.
Not a problem. Feel free to ask any questions you like. If I don't have the answer, I'm sure I know someone that does!!