can't edit Tools / Internet Options from IE6

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Jim

I can't access tools / internet options from my browser. It says "this
operation has been cancelled due to restrictions in effect on this
computer". I tried re-booting and no help. (the only way i can edit is
from control panel/internet options, but i will forget this, and other
family members will never remember to do this.)

Any suggestions how to get back my ability to edit IE from the browser
toolbar?

thanks!!!
 
Remove IE Restrictions & Restore Missing tabs. Download a fix from:
http://mvps.org/sramesh2k/reg/IE_reset_restrictions.reg

Also, refer Fix 268 from Kelly's site: [For Windows XP]
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm
Restore All tabs in IE and Removes the ** Internet Options ** Restrictions
as well

The problem may be due to:

1. A spyware. Download Ad-Aware from www.lavasoftusa.com, scan the system
and eliminate the malware products. Re-apply the above fix if necessary.
** Remember to update the pattern file using WebUpdate in Ad-Aware **

( Caused by a malware called CoolWebSearch. Also, Download:
http://www.spywareinfo.com/~merijn/files/cwshredder.zip )

2. You have enabled SpyBot immunize (protection) feature or any other
similar software. Also, disable the following features:
"Lock IE start page against user changes"
"Lock IE control panel against opening from within IE"

More Information:
Internet Explorer Control Panel Restrictions:
http://www.winguides.com/registry/display.php/797/

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Regards,

Ramesh (MS-MVP)
(e-mail address removed)
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k

Microsoft Most Valuable Professional Program
http://mvp.support.microsoft.com

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I can't access tools / internet options from my browser. It says "this
operation has been cancelled due to restrictions in effect on this
computer". I tried re-booting and no help. (the only way i can edit is
from control panel/internet options, but i will forget this, and other
family members will never remember to do this.)

Any suggestions how to get back my ability to edit IE from the browser
toolbar?

thanks!!!
 
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