The browser issue
IE6 did have a lot of oddities and require hacks, and I really think Microsoft is right in fixing the bugs even if it means some hacking sites will break.
I know everyone likes backwards compatability, but every once in a while, something has to be overhauled. If IE7 can be repaired to the point where IE7 code will work essentially the same on FireFox, and vice verca, than fantastic. This is a long term solution.
I’m with Microsoft on breaking some compatability. I’d rather have a platform where I don’t have to hack in the future than have IE continue to be so very odd.
Also, something that’s a bit off topic, about spyware.
Will it be possible for system administrators to set a stricter policy on browser plugin\addon installation? Currently at my office I put FireFox on the systems, and because FireFox downloads plugins from a closed network, users don’t stumble on websites that automatically install malicious-but-obnoxiously-legal spyware “addons” and “toolbars” and “plugins”. The vast majority of users don’t understand these things, and the warning message IE pops up is just gibberish. They ignore it and agree to install. If I could put a restriction on that, nontrivial to override, I’d be happy as a clam.
