Overview for Internet Content Providers

The Microsoft® Internet Explorer Administration Kit (IEAK) enables Internet content providers (ICPs) and Internet developers to create a custom browser for customers who already have Internet accounts.

As an ICP, you can also create a custom browser if you plan to use the Microsoft referral server as part of your custom package. This referral server, which provides information about Internet service providers in your area, is maintained by Microsoft. You can link to sign-up servers using this referral server.

You can use this kit to do the following:*

Customize the Setup program

• Customize the appearance of the Setup program and configure types of installation (such as Standard and Minimal).
• Point users to Internet or intranet servers to access the latest product versions with Windows Update Setup Wizard for Internet Explorer and Other Internet Tools.
• Specify the language version of Internet Explorer to include in the installation package. You must run the Customization wizard once for each language version you want to create.

Customize the browser and channels

• Set home, Search, and support pages.
• Load links and folders into the Favorites list.
• Change the title bar and logos of the browser.
• Add a channel or channel category.

Use of the Internet Explorer logo

In accordance with the terms of the license agreement, you must display the Internet Explorer logo on your packaging and promotional goods, as well as on your Web site. Please visit the IEAK Web site for logo information, camera-ready art information, and examples.

*Note

• Some features may not be available, depending on your license agreement. For more information, consult your contract.