Exactly what file type? (There are differences between the way they
are treated)
If it is only .exe files, then read on and see if this is relevant:
You may have an invalid plugin.
Netscape-Style Plug-ins Do Not Work After Upgrading Internet Explorer
[Q303401]
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;303401
Remove the plugin with Regedit.exe
Start-Run-Regedit.exe
Navigate down to this key and remove it, after exporting it as a
normal safety precaution.
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet
Explorer\Plugins\Extension\.exe
If that key exists, then you will see what plugin has been installed.
The key does not normally exist.
If not only .exe files, try this:
Blank Web Page with Placeholder Icon and You Cannot Save a File to
Disk
http://support.microsoft.com/?id=kb;en-us;316537
....Alan
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Alan Edwards, MS MVP Windows -Internet Explorer
When I try to open files in IE 6, I get a window with a red X box. I can
right click on links to save files, but cannot open in IE. I have Windows
XP. I tried disabling the Micosoft firewall -- no effect. I have McAfee
running but tried disabling it and has no effect.
Anyone have any ideas what could be causing this? Thanks
