There isn't a .NET class to allow you to but here is a link to a whitepaper that explains how to do what you are doing using an ActiveX control:

http://www.syncfusion.com/FAQ/WinForms/FAQ_c100c.asp#q645q



>Hello everyone, I have a quick question. Using a VB.NET application. What is the best way to programmatically open a web browser and connect to a web page? Do I need to use the internet API or does .NET have a class or something built in that would be faster and easier to use? Thanks for the help.