Internet Explorer window.close(); does not work after print preview

It appears that a call to window.close(); or self.close(); doesn't do a single thing after opening print preview in Internet Explorer.  Apparently this bug goes from versions 6 - 8 (9 has yet to be released).  If anyone has any work arounds for this bug I would be very greatful.  It astounds me that such a simple bug can span multiple releases.