Download Internet Explorer 6 Service Pack 1

Published: September 9, 2002 | Updated: June 29, 2006
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Internet Explorer 6 is the set of core Web browsing technologies in Windows XP. These core technologies have recently been updated as part of Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) with Advanced Security Technologies.

Internet Explorer 6 SP1, the latest version of Internet Explorer for users not running Windows XP, provides a flexible and reliable browsing experience with enhanced Web privacy features for all Windows users. This version includes a full installation of the Web browser and the most recent version of Outlook Express, the e-mail client that is included with Internet Explorer.

Download Internet Explorer 6 SP1

To download Internet Explorer 6 SP1, visit the Download Center or visit Microsoft Update.

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Order Internet Explorer 6 SP1 on CD (U.S. and Canada Only)

You can also order a copy of Internet Explorer 6 SP1 on CD. This offer is only available in the United States and Canada.

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Staying Secure

After you've installed Internet Explorer 6 SP1, you'll want to make sure you have the latest updates for your computer. To find the latest security releases visit Microsoft Update and click "Scan for updates." And visit the Protect your PC site to learn how to have the latest security updates delivered directly to your computer.

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About This Download

Total download size for a typical installation is approximately 25 megabytes (MB). However, because Setup downloads only those files that are necessary for your computer, this size can vary between 11 and 75 MB.

Note: Internet Explorer 6 SP1 is included with Windows XP Service Pack 1 (SP1). If Windows XP SP1 is installed on your computer, you do not need to download and install Internet Explorer 6 SP1.

For a list of issues that are addressed in Internet Explorer 6 SP1, read Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 326489.


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