Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around changing the default browser for opening links in Outlook Express on Windows XP. Participants explore various methods and settings within Internet Explorer and the operating system to resolve the issue.
Discussion Character
- Technical explanation
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- One participant expresses frustration that Outlook Express opens links in Firefox instead of Internet Explorer and seeks a solution.
- Another participant suggests checking Internet Explorer's settings to ensure it is set as the default browser, indicating that a dialog box should appear to confirm this.
- A different participant reports that the suggested fix did not work, noting that Internet Explorer is set as the default browser outside of Outlook Express.
- This participant mentions finding a related setting in Outlook Express but remains uncertain if rebooting will resolve the issue.
- There is a discussion about preferences for using Internet Explorer over Firefox, with one participant expressing a reluctance to switch due to familiarity and perceived overhead.
- Another suggestion is made to access "program access and defaults" from the start menu to set the default browser.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants do not reach a consensus on a definitive solution, as some methods proposed do not work for all users, and multiple approaches are suggested without agreement on effectiveness.
Contextual Notes
Some participants reference specific settings and options within Internet Explorer and Outlook Express, but there is no resolution to the underlying issue of changing the default browser for links in Outlook Express.