Windows Update - pointless update?

[Mike J]

Can anyone explain what the point of this application is?  I really can't see why it would be needed.


A Browser Choice application is available in the European Economic Area

Install this update to access a Choice Screen which lets you select whether and which Web browser(s) to install in addition to Internet Explorer. After you have installed this software update it cannot be removed.

More information for this update can be found at A Browser Choice application is available in the European Economic Area

[rogerzilla]

It's 'cos they lost their antitrust court case.

[Mike J]

So it's to point out to people that they have a choice of browsers?

I already use Firefox, so it's a little pointless to install.