IE Won't Start (Error Message)- After Download of New Yahoo Toolba

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Hey all:

I've been having problems with spyware (virtual bouncer) which I removed via
Adaware. Then, a tech at work recommended I download an anti-spy program
such as yahoo's new toolbar. Well, I did so, but towards the end of the
download, I got one of those "MS IE has encountered an error and must close."
Now I get that message whenever I try to get into IE- so I can't access the
'net at all. I had to come to work to check out these boards. Please help!
 
Dude - Until you (or someone) figures this out, download the Firefox or Avant
Browsers (or both). Peace out.
 
Hi SMC24 :-)

First try the following and see if it helps:

Start>Settings>Control Panel>Add/Remove Programs
Search the list and see if the Yahoo Toolbar is listed there. If so, remove
it.

You do not mention what version of Windows or IE you have, but, in the same
Add/Remove Programs, find and select your IE version and click it. A dialog
box should come up and see if there is a Repair option. Select and follow
the instructions, or here are some instructions that might help.


The Internet Explorer Repair Tool
http://inetexplorer.mvps.org/answers_5.htm#repair_tool

Quick Repairs for Windows 98
http://www.mvps.org/serenitymacros/repair.html

How To Repair Windows 2000
Windows 2000 step by step repair instructions:
http://www.windowsreinstall.com/install/win2k/repairw2k/page1.htm

How do I repair Internet Explorer in Windows XP?
http://www.dougknox.com/xp/tips/xp_ie_reinstall.htm

You may also need...

LPS-FIX

http://www.cexx.org/lspfix.htm
http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
(if your OS is Win2k or XP) The process of removing certain malware may kill
your internet connection. If this should occur, this program, LSPFIX, will
enable you to regain your connection.

and...

Winsock Fix Utility
http://www.dfwonline.net/files/WinsockFix.zip

WinsockXP Fix for XP
http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
Also, with instructions, at
http://www.iup.edu/house/resnet/winfix.shtm

You will also have to go to the Windows Update and reinstall all the
necessary updates.


If these steps do not resolve your problem, or you need help with the above,
please post back to this thread with the details and any error messages.

Hope this helps

Jan :)
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SMC24 said:
Hey all:

I've been having problems with spyware (virtual bouncer) which I
removed via Adaware. Then, a tech at work recommended I download an
anti-spy program such as yahoo's new toolbar. Well, I did so, but
towards the end of the download, I got one of those "MS IE has
encountered an error and must close." Now I get that message whenever
I try to get into IE- so I can't access the 'net at all. I had to
come to work to check out these boards. Please help!
Click to expand...

How to Uninstall or Turn off the Yahoo! Companion Browser Toolbar
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=303047

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