At noon EDT, Microsoft will initially offer the official production version of IE8.  It represents a further improvement of it’s browser technology in terms of security, functionality, and web standards support.  Some precautions in installing this immediately include: — Read all dialogs and option selections carefully , instead of simply pressing next — Be patient in trying to download this during the next couple days, as the site will most likely be saturated with users — Experienced users should download this version initially , in case any technical issues surface that might require recovery. It will later be available to everyone through Windows Update. — Corporate users may need to wait for official approval , in case there might be incompatible web applications or software.  It’s always beneficial to lab test any new software release to ensure all applications are certified  However, based on my own beta testing for several months, this new version will most likely be a high quality product.  Users who have been actively beta testing should certainly apply the official version right away, as they’ve worked through any incompatilities.  I’m anxious to install it later today Microsoft’s IE8 - Final version available for download today http://www.eweek.com/c/a/Windows/Microsoft-Ships-Internet-Explorer-8-Browser-184414/ Microsoft’s IE8 browser offers cool features, better security, and improved performance