Why Does Internet Explorer 8 Fail to Upgrade on Vista?
Upgrading and updating the software on your computer is important for security and usage purposes. When using Internet Explorer on Windows Vista, some websites may not work properly if they are not viewed on the newest version of the browser.
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Internet Connection
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Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download and install any upgrades in your software. If the download for the upgrade does not finish or will not start, it is possible you have lost your Internet connection or are losing the connection in the middle of the download.
Other Programs
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When you have an antivirus program running on your computer, it may prevent Internet Explorer from upgrading on Windows Vista. Because the upgrade process requires Internet access, the antivirus program may view the upgrade as a malware program. Temporarily disabling the antivirus software may fix the upgrade problem.
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Windows Vista Upgrades
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Internet Explorer upgrades require that the operating system be completely upgraded before the browser itself can upgrade. The operating system must be able to support the newer version of Internet Explorer, meaning that you need to complete all Vista upgrades before upgrading Internet Explorer 8.
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