Factory reset, W7HP, IE8 browser does not access the internet

[Vinnydi]

Acquired a free presario CQ62 Notebook Windows 7 Home Premium., , password was unknown.
Performed a factory reset. Set new password.
I was able to connect the laptop with my home internet.

Internet Explorer 8 does not access the internet.

 

[michael diemer]

I wouldn't want to access the internet with IE 8. Either upgrade it to 11, or better yet install Firefox ESR:

Just a moment...

 

[Vinnydi]

Yes, I would like to do that, but I think I need to do an offline install since I can't get to the internet using the IE8.
I've searched around, but don't find an understandable site for a compatable and complete download.

 

[michael diemer]

You can use another computer, which has internet, and download the Firefox ESR link. If you don't have another computer to do that, ask someone else to download it for you. Then just run the .exe file and it will install. You will then be able to access the internet.

Another good option when reviving an old machine with an old Windows on it, is to use Legacy Update. It will install some basic stuff that will allow Windows Update, for example, to work. It will get you on the way to a functional system.

Also, make sure you get antivirus up and running, either Microsoft Security Essentials, or a free AV like Avast.


Legacy Update: Get back online, activate, and install updates on your legacy Windows PC

Just a moment... (Microsoft Security Essentials)

Avast | Download Free Antivirus for PC, Mac & Android

 

[Vinnydi]

So, I went to this site;
Download Firefox in English (US) and more than 90 other languages

I selected this download:
Download ESR 115

This file downloaded and I executed:
Firefox Setup 115.30.0esr.exe

I'm able to get to the intenet now through foxfire , so original problem solved, although the browser crashes from time to time. Thanks.

 

[townsbg]

You could try r3dfox or Superium. Both are designed for 7 or 8 and are updated.
GitHub - Eclipse-Community/r3dfox: r3dfox is a modern Firefox based web browser for Windows Vista & 7. SourceForge link for downloading with older browsers. https://sourceforge.net/projects/r3dfox/
Unicorn! . GitHub

You shouldn't have any trouble with 115 unless the website is designed to check the version number. I never do. Your specs show 3 gb of ram and 64 bit. That's really low. You might want to add ram or change to 32 bit.