security settings preventing downloads

[Guest]

error message when trying to download sw - running XP pro, IE6 tried almost
everything - removed all virus scan sw, reset security levels to defaults,
then tried lower levels, cleaned up registry, shut down firewall.... not
sure what else to do??? any guidance is appreciated

 

[PA Bear]

Windows version?

Please post the complete error message and tell us what, if any, third-party firewall you're running and if you have Windows Defender installed.
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~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
MS MVP-Windows (IE/OE, Security, Shell/User)

 

[Guest]

XP SP2

error message: " Your current security settings do not allow this file to be
downloaded"

No 3rd party firewalls; No Windows Defender

Thanks for your response!