The Option to Set Internet Explorer 8 as the Default Browser

The Option to Set Internet Explorer 8 as the Default Browser covers the essential facts behind the topic, including what changed, why it mattered, and how it affected users.

Internet Explorer 8 Overview

Microsoft has changed the way IE8 is set as the default browser during installation. This means that users can choose whether or not to want IE8 to be the default, not "required" as before. For users who have set another browser as default, an option will appear when installing IE8. However, if you have previously set IE8 as the default, no window will appear.