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: Do I really need to support older browsers? When an automatic update hits Windows, it updates all software to the latest, stable version. When you update Linux, it does the same. Why should

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When an automatic update hits Windows, it updates all software to the latest, stable version. When you update Linux, it does the same.

Why should I worry about writing code for older browsers when designing sites if system updates typically update browsers to the latest version?

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@Harper822

Number one reason: To earn a mass audience.

I'm still using older software along with two web browsers that sometimes I have to switch in-between because the developer adds code to the website that is incompatible with one browser.

Consider people who are in countries that don't have access to the latest hardware and software (yet). You'll want to support their browsers as well.

If however, you only want a small group to access your site, then it may be ok to make it only compatible to newer browsers.

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