Microsoft makes Internet Explorer 8 removable from Windows 7. You may disable Internet Explorer installation. This feature will be available in Windows 7 Release Candidate. Does it mean Microsoft break off the browser fight?
I think Microsoft wants to change their priority. The company is going to fight with competitors using quality and features. Users have to want to install Microsoft't software their self. It is quite excellent step to the feature. The company will save big money from the jail expenses in Europe :). It is very useful in the time of financial crisis.
Now you may disable next features from Windows installation: