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tylerdudei
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September 27th, 2004 22:00
Internet Explorer
I am having a problem and it may be a simple solution. Whenever I click on a link it will replace the site I'm on and open the new one in a new window, so i can't go back or run two windows at the same time. Did I change a setting or is there a problem with something else?
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Posted October 2nd, 2004 20:00
Hi tylerdudei,
Using Internet Explorer Safely!
When security expert Steve Gibson of ShieldsUp fame was on he told us he still uses Microsoft’s Internet Explorer in Windows, despite the security and spyware issues.
Here’s how I uses IE safely!
* Setting your Explorer on high security at http://www.microsoft.com/security/incident/settings.mspx 4 Steps to Help Ward Off Hackers and Attackers from Microsoft June 11, 2004
* How to surf the Internet more safely with Internet Explorer - Windows-Help.NET at http://www.infinisource.com/techfiles/surf-safe.html
To prevent browser hijacking I recommend installing Spyware Blaster at http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareblaster.html (This is unnecessary if you have security set to high, but it’s useful just in case you accidentally give access to a bad site.)
Windows XP SP-2 adds a new zone to XP: My Computer, and locks it down. This is a very effective way to combat browser hijacking. Microsoft provides instructions for people who have not yet installed SP-2 here at http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=315933 but it’s not for the faint of heart.
Go to Firefox at http://www.spreadfirefox.com/?q=affiliates&id=2782&t=55 and download Firefox/0.10.1
Denny Denham
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Posted September 27th, 2004 22:00
If it happens on every site rather than just a few go to Tools|Inernet Options|Advanced tab and make sure "Reuse windows for launching shortcuts" is not checked.