As more users worldwide have connected to the Internet, more and more security threats have surfaced on websites. As web use continues to grow, this trend is likely to increase as well. Using Internet Explorer 9’s SmartScreen Filter, you can instantly check a website to see if it has been reported as a security threat to viewers.
IE9 and Website Security Threats
Internet Explorer 9 is Microsoft’s latest release of the web browser. In addition to adding new features for browsing convenience, it is also the most stable and secure browser to date from the software giant. Introduced in IE8, IE9 includes the SmartScreen Filter to help users identify websites that may contain security threats.