Install Edge Chromium or Upgrade Old Edge to Chromium

Why would you use the Edge Chromium Worklet?

IT administrators generally choose to install Edge Chromium or upgrade old Edge because it is the latest version of Microsoft's web browser and offers superior performance, security, and user experience compared to the older version. Edge Chromium is designed for faster loading times, improved privacy and security, and a modern UI.

How to install Edge Chromium or upgrade it using Automox PowerShell Worklet

The evaluation script will verify the prerequisites for the system to be able to install Edge Chromium. If the prerequisites are met, it will exit 1 for remediation.

The remediation script will upgrade the old Edge browser to the new Edge Chromium browser. It will also install Edge Chromium on a system that doesn't have the old Edge browser already installed.

End of life for the old Edge browser was March 9, 2021. This Worklet supports Windows 10 v1909 or higher and Server 2012 or higher.

What is Edge Chromium?

Edge Chromium is the latest version of Microsoft's web browser, based on Google’s open-source Chromium project. It is designed to be fast, secure, and reliable, while also providing users with a modern UI that is both easy to use and customizable. Edge Chromium is used for a variety of tasks, including web browsing, streaming video, working online, and more. Edge Chromium also provides an integrated set of tools to help users stay organized and secure while browsing the web.

The benefits of installing Edge Chromium

The primary benefits of making sure you have the latest version of Edge Chromium installed on your endpoints include:

• Improved performance, with faster loading times and better overall responsiveness.

• Enhanced security features such as tracking protection to help protect user data. 

• A modern UI that is easy to use and customize according to individual preferences.

• Increased reliability for a consistent browsing experience across devices.