text: what is the default font used for pages in internet explorer 7? i like the default font because it looks more modern. it looks similar to the default font on apple computers. i'm pretty sure it's times new roman, but most web pages define the font they want you to see. also you can change your default font in the internet options, general tab, at the bottom where it says "fonts". but since most pages have a defined font, it may not change most professional pages.