Select the Internet Explorer should check to see whether it is the default browser check box. Under Internet programs, make sure that the correct email program is selected. On the Tools menu, select Internet Options. Internet Explorer 8 and Internet Explorer 7 In the Internet Options dialog box, select the Programs tab, and then select Make default under Default web browser. Select OK, and then close the Default Programs dialog box.
In the Reset Internet Explorer Settings window, select the Delete personal settings > Reset. Select OK, and close the Default Programs dialog box. Scroll back up to the top of the default programs list and highlight Internet Explorer and select Set this program as default. In the Programs list, select Microsoft Outlook > Set this program as default. In the Reset Internet Explorer Settings window, select Delete personal settings > Reset.
If you are using Windows 10, Windows 8.1 or Windows 8, proceed to method 2.
