IE "Can't find server"

[Guest]

Hi
I have Windows XP and the IE keeps giving the message "Can't find server".
I have Verizon DSL. The Verizon techs say they can ping my computer address
and it looks like I am online. The IE will not go to any sites and will not
load anything except "can't find server". the MSN/hotmail is giving me fits,
too. (won't load). Help!!! I am having to get my e-mails at work. Please
send any help to (e-mail address removed) (temp e-mail for right now.)
Thanks!!!!!!!

 

[Mike]

Is your DSL into your PC or is their a router in between?

Mike

 

[Guest]

Hi Mike,
The modem for the Verizon DSL is outside the computer and all light show
green and working properly according to Verizon. I cllick on IE and the MSN
and nothing loads except with IE "can't find server"

 

[Mike]

In IE "Tools" "Internet Options" "Connections Tab"... is obtain
automatically checked.

This assumes Verizon deals you these parameters

Mike