IE will only let one window up at a time

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The discussion revolves around issues with Internet Explorer (IE) where users report problems with opening new windows or links, leading to the original window closing. Participants explore alternative browsers, particularly Firefox and Netscape, while sharing personal experiences and technical challenges.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant reports that clicking links or opening new windows in IE causes the original window to close, seeking help for the issue.
  • Another suggests switching to Firefox, claiming it resolves many issues associated with IE.
  • Some participants express that they have experienced more problems with Firefox and other browsers than with IE, particularly after installing extensions.
  • There is a suggestion to use tabs instead of new windows as a workaround for the issue in IE.
  • Concerns are raised about Firefox's loading time and performance issues on certain computers, with one participant questioning if it relates to their hard drive or processor.
  • Discussion about the relevance of Netscape arises, with mixed opinions on its use compared to Firefox, noting both use the Gecko engine but differ in performance and interface.
  • One participant mentions potential spyware issues that could be affecting their computer's performance.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a range of opinions on the effectiveness of different browsers, with no consensus on which browser is superior. Some advocate for Firefox, while others defend their experiences with IE and express skepticism about switching to other browsers.

Contextual Notes

Participants mention various technical issues and personal experiences that may depend on individual computer configurations, including hardware performance and software installations. There are unresolved questions about the specific causes of the problems reported.

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So, i can't click on any links right now, or open an new window, because when i do that, my original window closes. (like in JimmyP's bday thread...) So, i don't know why... or what's going on. Help?
 
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just stop using IE and start using Firefox (it will only take you a few seconds to install, and you will be releaved from all those annoying ie problems forever)

http://www.mozilla.org/products/firefox/
 
I think I've actually had more problems with Firefox (and Opera) than IE, especially after adding a bunch of extensions. I still don't like IE though.
 
I was going to say the samething when I saw the post topic. You can use tabs instead of new windows. I love firefox I would marry it if that sort of thing was legal in my state. Maybe I could drive down to Ma.
 
I totally agree: Firefox rocks. Make sure you try out the extensions they have too.
 
My Firefox takes considerably more time to load up than my IE.. which is quite annoying.. and when I load up firefox my computer lags up.. winamp goes berserk, everything sort of slows down. Is this a problem with my harddrive?
 
Gale17 said:
So, i can't click on any links right now, or open an new window, because when i do that, my original window closes. (like in JimmyP's bday thread...) So, i don't know why... or what's going on. Help?

How about a "ctrl v" to open a new window?
 
ptex, isn't it ctrl n?

but that's odd, because it takes IE longer to load up than firefox for me...im not sure what your problem is, maybe a defrag will help if you haven't done one in a while, also do you have a slow or old processor? HD?
 
anyone still use netscape?
 
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no lol, rather i would hope not...
 
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Locker said:
anyone still use netscape?

I am using Netscape 7.2 right now.

TsunamiJoe said:
no lol, rather i would hope not...

Why? Netscape and Firefox both use the Gecko engine. I use both and they're almost the same in every aspect.
 
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Wow, this thread has been hijacked by firefox fans.

Gale17, have you scanned your computer for spyware and other crud?
 
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dduardo said:
Wow, this thread has been hijacked by firefox fans.

Gale17, have you scanned your computer for spyware and other crud?

heh, thought everyone had forgotten about me, aww but not you dduardo... It was my home computer that did that, I'm at school again now, so it doesn't bother me anymore. but thanks. When i get back home when the semester's over, i'll see if it still does that. It was probably some virussy/spyware thing... my family sucks at dealing with that stuff...
 
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Why? Netscape and Firefox both use the Gecko engine. I use both and they're almost the same in every aspect.

definintly not the same, i mean i guess they could run the same engine, i honestly don't know what firefox uses i just know its fast, and it seems to be faster than netscape, so i don't know, maybe netscape forces you to go through some extra servers or sommit, i don't know

but the interface is totally differint, and if you put in a wrong site its a total b*tch to you about it
 

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