Lost ability to search from address bar

[Don Cohen]

This is on my laptop - XP Home, IE6; no SP2 yet.

Had some recent spyware/adware problems, with hijacking of browser, etc.
Ran AdAware 1.05 and Spybot 1.3, with updated files, and removed a bunch of
trash. Everything back to normal except I can no longer search from the
address bar. I used to be able to just type in 'find' (no quotes) followed
by the words I wanted to search with, and Google would open up in the main
browser window.

Now, when I type 'find' and anything else, I get a 'Page cannot be
displayed' screen, with this showing in the address bar:

http:///? find search engine

(in this example, I used the words 'search engine' as the keywords).

I found and explicitly followed the instructions to edit the registry here:

http://pubs.logicalexpressions.com/Pub0009/LPMArticle.asp?ID=87

This didn't work. I can now make Google come up in the left pane when doing
a search, but typing in from the address bar still doesn't work.

I read and followed the instructions here (including installing the .reg
file in the second paragraph of that page):

http://blogs.msdn.com/ie/archive/2004/10/08/240062.aspx

Still no joy.

The registry (apparently) is configured correctly, but I still can't search
from the Address Bar.

When I go to the 'Customize' dialogue box via the search pane, and click on
"Autosearch" Google Sites is already selected. I tried selection a
different one, closing IE, re-opening, but the problem remains. I then
reselected Google Sites, but again no change in behavior, no matter what is
selected there.

A fix would be greatly appreciated!!

--
Don
Photo Website at:
http://www.dlcphotography.net

[Remove the "lens cap" for email]

 

[Jan Il]

Hi Don

Try the following and see if it helps:

Unable to search from IE6 Address Bar

Check the Registry to see if this file is there. Sometime during removal of
hijackers or spyware files in the Registry can get corrupted or removed as
well. If not, try adding this line to this part of the registry.

(watch for the wrap, it should be all on one line)

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\URLSearchHooks]

"{CFBFAE00-17A6-11D0-99CB-00C04FD64497}"=""

or.......

A Single Letter May Be Displayed in the Title Bar
When you run Windows Explorer or start Internet Explorer, the text in the
title bar may be displayed as a single letter (for example, an "M" or an
"E").
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=225123
or
http://www.free-web-browsers.com/support/remove-mysearch.shtml

and........

To Restore Address Search Functions

Restore default Search functions:

In order to restore you default Search functions, download and run the
program below. You will have to redo any customized features you may have
added afterward.
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/regs_edits/RestoreSearch2.REG

or....................

Courtesy of Tony Klein, MS MVP:

This will restore the Windows defaults for a whole lot of Search related
registry entries.

CAUTION: BACKUP YOUR REGISTRY FIRST!

Close IE, copy the bold to Notepad, save as Search.reg (save as 'all files',
and doubleclick. Answer 'yes' when prompted to add the contents of
Search.reg to the Registry:

REGEDIT4 (Watch for the line wrap. Each one should be all on on line.)

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Search]
"SearchAssistant"="http://ie.search.msn.com/{SUB_RFC1766}/srchasst/srchasst.
htm"
"CustomizeSearch"="http://ie.search.msn.com/{SUB_RFC1766}/srchasst/srchcust.
htm"
"Default_Search_URL"="http://www.microsoft.com/isapi/redir.dll?prd=ie&ar=ies
earch"

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\SearchUrl]
""="http://home.microsoft.com/access/autosearch.asp?p=%s"

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\main]
"Search Page"="http://www.microsoft.com/isapi/redir.dll?prd=ie&ar=iesearch"
"Search Bar"="http://search.msn.com/spbasic.htm"

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\URLSearchHooks]
"{CFBFAE00-17A6-11D0-99CB-00C04FD64497}"=""

[-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\URL]

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\URL]

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\URL\DefaultPre
fix] @="http://"

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\URL\Prefixes]"
ftp"="ftp://"
"gopher"="gopher://"
"home"="http://"
"mosaic"="http://"
"www"="http://

You can also check these keys and edit them, if necessary, as follows:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\URL\
DefaultPrefix default="http://"

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\URL\
Prefixes
"ftp"="ftp://"
"gopher"="gopher://"
"home"="http://"
"mosaic"="http://"
"www"="http://"

or.............................

Restrore Search:
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/regs_edits/RestoreSearch2.REG
This will restore your default Search functionality. You will, however,
have to restore any custom setups you may have had before.

Download the fix - Reset Search:
http://www.spywareinfo.com/downloads/tools/IEFIX.reg
This will restore your default Search functionality. However, if you had
any custom adjustments you have made will have to re-select them.

or.............

Repairs the corrupted or altered (spyware) HTTP prefixes
http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/RepairDefaultPrefix.reg

Also.....

download a copy of LSPFIX from any of the following sites:
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.

Also, get a copy of WINSOCKXPFIX available at:
http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
and
WinsockXP Fix- WinXP
http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
Also, with instructions, at
http://www.iup.edu/house/resnet/winfix.shtm
also
From LavaSoft- all versions of Windows-
http://digital-solutions.co.uk/lavasoft/whndnfix.zip
also ....
(NOTE: It is reported that in XP SP2, the command netsh winsock reset
will fix this problem without the need for these programs.)

or ........

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

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

Hope this helps

Jan
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This is on my laptop - XP Home, IE6; no SP2 yet.

Had some recent spyware/adware problems, with hijacking of browser, etc.
Ran AdAware 1.05 and Spybot 1.3, with updated files, and removed a bunch of
trash. Everything back to normal except I can no longer search from the
address bar. I used to be able to just type in 'find' (no quotes) followed
by the words I wanted to search with, and Google would open up in the main
browser window.

Now, when I type 'find' and anything else, I get a 'Page cannot be
displayed' screen, with this showing in the address bar:

http:///? find search engine

(in this example, I used the words 'search engine' as the keywords).

I found and explicitly followed the instructions to edit the registry here:

http://pubs.logicalexpressions.com/Pub0009/LPMArticle.asp?ID=87

This didn't work. I can now make Google come up in the left pane when doing
a search, but typing in from the address bar still doesn't work.

I read and followed the instructions here (including installing the .reg
file in the second paragraph of that page):

http://blogs.msdn.com/ie/archive/2004/10/08/240062.aspx

Still no joy.

The registry (apparently) is configured correctly, but I still can't search
from the Address Bar.

When I go to the 'Customize' dialogue box via the search pane, and click on
"Autosearch" Google Sites is already selected. I tried selection a
different one, closing IE, re-opening, but the problem remains. I then
reselected Google Sites, but again no change in behavior, no matter what is
selected there.

A fix would be greatly appreciated!!

--
Don
Photo Website at:
http://www.dlcphotography.net

[Remove the "lens cap" for email]

 

[Don Cohen]

Hi Jan,

Now that's what I call an answer!! ;-)

I have to head to work in a few minutes, but will work on this tonight and
report back either way.

Many thanks!

--
Don
Photo Website at:
http://www.dlcphotography.net

[Remove the "lens cap" for email]

Hi Don

Try the following and see if it helps:

Unable to search from IE6 Address Bar

Check the Registry to see if this file is there. Sometime during removal of
hijackers or spyware files in the Registry can get corrupted or removed as
well. If not, try adding this line to this part of the registry.

(watch for the wrap, it should be all on one line)

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\URLSearchHooks]

"{CFBFAE00-17A6-11D0-99CB-00C04FD64497}"=""

or.......

A Single Letter May Be Displayed in the Title Bar
When you run Windows Explorer or start Internet Explorer, the text in the
title bar may be displayed as a single letter (for example, an "M" or an
"E").
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=225123
or
http://www.free-web-browsers.com/support/remove-mysearch.shtml

and........

To Restore Address Search Functions

Restore default Search functions:

In order to restore you default Search functions, download and run the
program below. You will have to redo any customized features you may have
added afterward.
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/regs_edits/RestoreSearch2.REG

or....................

Courtesy of Tony Klein, MS MVP:

This will restore the Windows defaults for a whole lot of Search related
registry entries.

CAUTION: BACKUP YOUR REGISTRY FIRST!

Close IE, copy the bold to Notepad, save as Search.reg (save as 'all files',
and doubleclick. Answer 'yes' when prompted to add the contents of
Search.reg to the Registry:

REGEDIT4 (Watch for the line wrap. Each one should be all on on line.)

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Search]
"SearchAssistant"="http://ie.search.msn.com/{SUB_RFC1766}/srchasst/srchasst.

htm"

"CustomizeSearch"="http://ie.search.msn.com/{SUB_RFC1766}/srchasst/srchcust.

htm"

"Default_Search_URL"="http://www.microsoft.com/isapi/redir.dll?prd=ie&ar=ies
earch"

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\SearchUrl]
""="http://home.microsoft.com/access/autosearch.asp?p=%s"

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\main]
"Search Page"="http://www.microsoft.com/isapi/redir.dll?prd=ie&ar=iesearch"
"Search Bar"="http://search.msn.com/spbasic.htm"

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\URLSearchHooks]
"{CFBFAE00-17A6-11D0-99CB-00C04FD64497}"=""

[-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\URL]

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\URL]

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\URL\DefaultPre
fix] @="http://"

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\URL\Prefixes]"
ftp"="ftp://"
"gopher"="gopher://"
"home"="http://"
"mosaic"="http://"
"www"="http://

You can also check these keys and edit them, if necessary, as follows:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\URL\
DefaultPrefix default="http://"

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\URL\
Prefixes
"ftp"="ftp://"
"gopher"="gopher://"
"home"="http://"
"mosaic"="http://"
"www"="http://"

or.............................

Restrore Search:
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/regs_edits/RestoreSearch2.REG
This will restore your default Search functionality. You will, however,
have to restore any custom setups you may have had before.

Download the fix - Reset Search:
http://www.spywareinfo.com/downloads/tools/IEFIX.reg
This will restore your default Search functionality. However, if you had
any custom adjustments you have made will have to re-select them.

or.............

Repairs the corrupted or altered (spyware) HTTP prefixes
http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/RepairDefaultPrefix.reg

Also.....

download a copy of LSPFIX from any of the following sites:
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.

Also, get a copy of WINSOCKXPFIX available at:
http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
and
WinsockXP Fix- WinXP
http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
Also, with instructions, at
http://www.iup.edu/house/resnet/winfix.shtm
also
From LavaSoft- all versions of Windows-
http://digital-solutions.co.uk/lavasoft/whndnfix.zip
also ....
(NOTE: It is reported that in XP SP2, the command netsh winsock reset
will fix this problem without the need for these programs.)

or ........

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

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

Hope this helps

Jan
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This is on my laptop - XP Home, IE6; no SP2 yet.

Had some recent spyware/adware problems, with hijacking of browser, etc.
Ran AdAware 1.05 and Spybot 1.3, with updated files, and removed a bunch of
trash. Everything back to normal except I can no longer search from the
address bar. I used to be able to just type in 'find' (no quotes) followed
by the words I wanted to search with, and Google would open up in the main
browser window.

Now, when I type 'find' and anything else, I get a 'Page cannot be
displayed' screen, with this showing in the address bar:

http:///? find search engine

(in this example, I used the words 'search engine' as the keywords).

I found and explicitly followed the instructions to edit the registry here:

http://pubs.logicalexpressions.com/Pub0009/LPMArticle.asp?ID=87

This didn't work. I can now make Google come up in the left pane when doing
a search, but typing in from the address bar still doesn't work.

I read and followed the instructions here (including installing the .reg
file in the second paragraph of that page):

http://blogs.msdn.com/ie/archive/2004/10/08/240062.aspx

Still no joy.

The registry (apparently) is configured correctly, but I still can't search
from the Address Bar.

When I go to the 'Customize' dialogue box via the search pane, and click on
"Autosearch" Google Sites is already selected. I tried selection a
different one, closing IE, re-opening, but the problem remains. I then
reselected Google Sites, but again no change in behavior, no matter what is
selected there.

A fix would be greatly appreciated!!

--
Don
Photo Website at:
http://www.dlcphotography.net

[Remove the "lens cap" for email]

 

[Jan Il]

Hi Don

Hi Jan,

Now that's what I call an answer!! ;-)

I have to head to work in a few minutes, but will work on this tonight and
report back either way.

Many thanks!

You're very welcome! I'll be checking back ...


Jan
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Hi Don

Try the following and see if it helps:

Unable to search from IE6 Address Bar

Check the Registry to see if this file is there. Sometime during removal of
hijackers or spyware files in the Registry can get corrupted or removed as
well. If not, try adding this line to this part of the registry.

(watch for the wrap, it should be all on one line)

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\URLSearchHooks]

"{CFBFAE00-17A6-11D0-99CB-00C04FD64497}"=""

or.......

A Single Letter May Be Displayed in the Title Bar
When you run Windows Explorer or start Internet Explorer, the text in the
title bar may be displayed as a single letter (for example, an "M" or an
"E").
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=225123
or
http://www.free-web-browsers.com/support/remove-mysearch.shtml

and........

To Restore Address Search Functions

Restore default Search functions:

In order to restore you default Search functions, download and run the
program below. You will have to redo any customized features you may have
added afterward.
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/regs_edits/RestoreSearch2.REG

or....................

Courtesy of Tony Klein, MS MVP:

This will restore the Windows defaults for a whole lot of Search related
registry entries.

CAUTION: BACKUP YOUR REGISTRY FIRST!

Close IE, copy the bold to Notepad, save as Search.reg (save as 'all files',
and doubleclick. Answer 'yes' when prompted to add the contents of
Search.reg to the Registry:

REGEDIT4 (Watch for the line wrap. Each one should be all on on line.)

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Search]

"SearchAssistant"="http://ie.search.msn.com/{SUB_RFC1766}/srchasst/srchasst."CustomizeSearch"="http://ie.search.msn.com/{SUB_RFC1766}/srchasst/srchcust."Default_Search_URL"="http://www.microsoft.com/isapi/redir.dll?prd=ie&ar=ies

earch"

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\SearchUrl]
""="http://home.microsoft.com/access/autosearch.asp?p=%s"

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\main]
"Search Page"="http://www.microsoft.com/isapi/redir.dll?prd=ie&ar=iesearch"
"Search Bar"="http://search.msn.com/spbasic.htm"

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\URLSearchHooks]
"{CFBFAE00-17A6-11D0-99CB-00C04FD64497}"=""

[-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\URL]

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\URL]

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\URL\DefaultPre

fix] @="http://"

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\URL\Prefixes]"

ftp"="ftp://"
"gopher"="gopher://"
"home"="http://"
"mosaic"="http://"
"www"="http://

You can also check these keys and edit them, if necessary, as follows:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\URL\
DefaultPrefix default="http://"

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\URL\
Prefixes
"ftp"="ftp://"
"gopher"="gopher://"
"home"="http://"
"mosaic"="http://"
"www"="http://"

or.............................

Restrore Search:
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/regs_edits/RestoreSearch2.REG
This will restore your default Search functionality. You will, however,
have to restore any custom setups you may have had before.

Download the fix - Reset Search:
http://www.spywareinfo.com/downloads/tools/IEFIX.reg
This will restore your default Search functionality. However, if you had
any custom adjustments you have made will have to re-select them.

or.............

Repairs the corrupted or altered (spyware) HTTP prefixes
http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/RepairDefaultPrefix.reg

Also.....

download a copy of LSPFIX from any of the following sites:
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.

Also, get a copy of WINSOCKXPFIX available at:
http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
and
WinsockXP Fix- WinXP
http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
Also, with instructions, at
http://www.iup.edu/house/resnet/winfix.shtm
also
From LavaSoft- all versions of Windows-
http://digital-solutions.co.uk/lavasoft/whndnfix.zip
also ....
(NOTE: It is reported that in XP SP2, the command netsh winsock reset
will fix this problem without the need for these programs.)

or ........

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

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

Hope this helps

Jan
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This is on my laptop - XP Home, IE6; no SP2 yet.

Had some recent spyware/adware problems, with hijacking of browser, etc.
Ran AdAware 1.05 and Spybot 1.3, with updated files, and removed a

bunch
of

trash. Everything back to normal except I can no longer search from the
address bar. I used to be able to just type in 'find' (no quotes) followed
by the words I wanted to search with, and Google would open up in the main
browser window.

Now, when I type 'find' and anything else, I get a 'Page cannot be
displayed' screen, with this showing in the address bar:

http:///? find search engine

(in this example, I used the words 'search engine' as the keywords).

I found and explicitly followed the instructions to edit the registry here:

http://pubs.logicalexpressions.com/Pub0009/LPMArticle.asp?ID=87

This didn't work. I can now make Google come up in the left pane when doing
a search, but typing in from the address bar still doesn't work.

I read and followed the instructions here (including installing the ..reg
file in the second paragraph of that page):

http://blogs.msdn.com/ie/archive/2004/10/08/240062.aspx

Still no joy.

The registry (apparently) is configured correctly, but I still can't search
from the Address Bar.

When I go to the 'Customize' dialogue box via the search pane, and

click
on

"Autosearch" Google Sites is already selected. I tried selection a
different one, closing IE, re-opening, but the problem remains. I then
reselected Google Sites, but again no change in behavior, no matter

what
is

selected there.

A fix would be greatly appreciated!!

--
Don
Photo Website at:
http://www.dlcphotography.net

[Remove the "lens cap" for email]

 

[Don Cohen]

Try the following and see if it helps:

Unable to search from IE6 Address Bar

Check the Registry to see if this file is there. Sometime during removal of
hijackers or spyware files in the Registry can get corrupted or removed as
well. If not, try adding this line to this part of the registry.

(watch for the wrap, it should be all on one line)

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\URLSearchHooks]

"{CFBFAE00-17A6-11D0-99CB-00C04FD64497}"=""

Looking at this first step, this key is not present, but I did find one of
the same name under HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE/Software/Microsoft/Internet Explorer,
and it contained the following:

{F81BA8BE-9FBC-18F7-04CA-6D3006286EE4}

Is this the one you're referring to? If not, I can create the entry you
indicate under HKEY_CURRENT_USER.

Depending on the outcome, will check the other options.

Thanks.

Don

 

[Don Cohen]

Try the following and see if it helps:

Unable to search from IE6 Address Bar

Check the Registry to see if this file is there. Sometime during removal of
hijackers or spyware files in the Registry can get corrupted or removed as
well. If not, try adding this line to this part of the registry.

(watch for the wrap, it should be all on one line)

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\URLSearchHooks]

"{CFBFAE00-17A6-11D0-99CB-00C04FD64497}"=""

Looking at this first step, this key is not present, but I did find one of
the same name under HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE/Software/Microsoft/Internet Explorer,
and it contained the following:

{F81BA8BE-9FBC-18F7-04CA-6D3006286EE4}

Is this the one you're referring to? If not, I can create the entry you
indicate under HKEY_CURRENT_USER.

Depending on the outcome, will check the other options.

Disregard the above. I went ahead and created the URLSearchHooks key in the
HKEY_CURRENT_USER entry, and that did the trick! Address Bar searches now
bring up the Google page as desired.

So apparently either AdAware or SpyBot got a bit too aggressive, or
something along those lines.

In any case, the problem is solved, and I appreciate the help.

--
Don
Photo Website at:
http://www.dlcphotography.net

[Remove the "lens cap" for email]

 

[Jan Il]

Hi Don

Disregard the above. I went ahead and created the URLSearchHooks key in the
HKEY_CURRENT_USER entry, and that did the trick! Address Bar searches now
bring up the Google page as desired.

So apparently either AdAware or SpyBot got a bit too aggressive, or
something along those lines.

In any case, the problem is solved, and I appreciate the help.

You're very welcome! Glad to hear you were able to resolve your problem.
Good job!

Thank you for posting back and letting us know what worked for you, and for
the benefit of other readers who might have a similar problem.

Jan
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