IEBlog 2010: Connecting With You

Same Markup and Hardware Accelerated

Two IE9 themes we emphasized repeatedly during 2010 were same markup and hardware-accelerated rendering (42 of 137 posts used the phrase “same markup” while 26 mentioned “hardware accelerated”). We underscore these because we believe it is these two attributes, along with overall DOM and JavaScript performance, that will most distinguish the HTML5 Web sites and applications of the future. By being able to use the same HTML, CSS, SVG, and JavaScript markup and code across browsers, more Web developer time can be spent delivering new end-user value while less is spent dealing with annoying differences between browsers. By building on a hardware-accelerated graphics platform using new features such as SVG, <canvas>, and CSS3, developers will be able to deliver the kinds of experiences designers dream of—experiences such as those showcased at our Beauty of the Web site.

Where Next?

For sure, we’ll be writing a lot more about IE9 in the weeks and months to come. We hope the information presented in IEBlog is useful and actionable. What information on this blog do you find most valuable? We want your feedback on the IEBlog itself. How can we make this a better resource for you?

The feedback you provide us through your comments is valuable as we assess where to go next with Internet Explorer as well as the IEBlog itself. Thank you for your support during 2010 and here’s looking forward to a great 2011!

—Ted Johnson for the Windows Internet Explorer Engineering Team