Windows 10: Internet Explorer log-in despite not being installed

Dear Windows Community,In a previous post I said that I contacted support about internet explorer sign-ins under my Sign-in Activity tab although I've never installed it nor have I ever used it in any capacity. It was theorized by someone that it could be an automatic thing and that there's no real answer to what causes it. I believed it and I haven't had any logins from myself when it comes to Internet Explorer until today, were 4 automatic log-ins were classified as the browser under the same tab.I use multiple recommended security measures including 2FA so I believe my account is safe and a

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Microsoft Internet Explorer renamed to Windows Internet Explorer ?




Since version 7 of the world`s most popular web browser - Microsoft Internet Explorer was silently renamed to Windows Internet Explorer.Such a step from Microsoft is not a surprise since Internet Explorer is part of the Windows operation system for a long time.Obviously Microsoft corp. wants to state that Internet Explorer is already considered as a part of Windows and not as an external browser (remember the IE and WMP law issues last year!?).

 

Internet Explorer trying to log into my Microsoft Account

Hi Tim,

This issue might be caused by modified registry entries on your PC. For us to resolve the issue, we suggest that you enable Internet Explorer and reset the application. Follow these steps on how to reset Internet Explorer:

• On Internet Explorer, click the Tools icon and select
  Internet options.
• Go to the Advanced tab.
• Under Reset Internet Explorer settings, click Reset.

Note: Resetting Internet Explorer will delete all saved data and settings on the browser. We recommend that you back up your data before resetting the browser.

If you need further assistance, don't hesitate to reach out.

 

Internet Explorer not working

Hi,

To better assist you with your Internet Explorer concern, we'd like to ask the following questions:

• What is the exact error message that you are getting when using Internet Explorer?
• What is the exact error message that you are getting when using Excel?

Meanwhile, you can refer to PranavMishra5582's suggested steps in fixing Internet Explorer issues on this

link.

We look forward to your response.

Regards.