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Set Google as Default Search in Internet Explorer Vista

January 2, 2007
Set Google as Default Search in Internet Explorer Vista

Setting Google as the Default Search Engine in Windows Vista Internet Explorer 7

Windows Vista comes equipped with Internet Explorer 7. Upon a fresh installation, the browser is pre-configured to utilize Microsoft's Live Search as the default. Many users find Live Search to be suboptimal.

The following provides a straightforward method for designating Google as the preferred search engine within Internet Explorer 7.

Steps to Change the Default Search Engine

Begin by launching Internet Explorer 7.

Next, locate and click the search dropdown menu within the browser's toolbar.

A page displaying available search options will then appear, including Google Web Search.

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Select Google from the list of search providers promptly.

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It is crucial to ensure that the box labeled "Make this my default search provider" is checked.

This procedure is also applicable to Internet Explorer 7 running on Windows XP systems.

By completing these steps, Google will be established as the default search engine, enhancing your browsing experience.

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