Microsoft to finally retire browser Internet Explorer in 2022

Consumers are being urged to move across to the Edge web browser (Microsoft/PA)

Microsoft is putting the final nail in the coffin of Internet Explorer, revealing that the legacy web browser will retire for good in summer next year.

The tech giant has gradually shifted away from the aging software after some 25 years on the scene, starting afresh with the new Edge browser in 2015 to coincide with the launch of Windows 10.