LaTeX is black with squiggles on my computer

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around issues related to LaTeX rendering in web browsers, specifically focusing on the problems encountered with Internet Explorer 6. Participants explore potential solutions and alternatives, including browser upgrades and the use of different browsers.

Discussion Character

  • Technical explanation, Debate/contested, Experimental/applied

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants report issues with LaTeX displaying correctly in Internet Explorer 6, noting that it worked previously.
  • One participant suggests trying an alternate browser as a potential workaround, based on past experiences with internet provider software.
  • Another participant proposes upgrading to Internet Explorer 8 as a possible solution, though concerns about compatibility with certain software are mentioned.
  • Some participants assert that older browsers cannot be supported indefinitely and recommend switching to newer browsers for better functionality.
  • One participant mentions having no issues with LaTeX while using the latest version of Firefox, indicating that it works well in that browser.
  • Another participant notes that LaTeX does not function in Internet Explorer 6 but works with Firefox, attributing the forum's LaTeX functionality to a custom implementation by a user named chroot.
  • It is mentioned that older versions of the Opera browser can also be used, even on outdated operating systems like Windows 95.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing experiences with LaTeX functionality across various browsers, indicating that there is no consensus on a single solution. Some advocate for upgrading browsers, while others share successful experiences with specific alternatives.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include the dependency on browser versions and potential compatibility issues with specific software, which remain unresolved in the discussion.

Who May Find This Useful

Users experiencing LaTeX rendering issues in web browsers, particularly those using older versions of Internet Explorer or other outdated browsers.

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Please advise.

thank you.
 
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krcmd1 said:
Please advise.

thank you.
What browser are you using? IE6 has this problem.
 
Yes, it is IE 6; but it worked a few months ago when I last visited this forum.
 
A possible alternative to try, not guarunteed, but worth trying:
(It worked with Dial-up) - install an alternate browser, go on line with your normal browser, go to physicsforums, and then open your alternate browser and also go to physicsforums. This is something I tried a few years ago when our internet provider software did not permit certain features of physicsorums to be usable. The use of the alternative internet browser permitted what the normal software did not permit.
 
Referring to #4 post, upgrading to IE 8 may be better if this is possible.
 
Thank you I will try another browser for now. I'm afraid some thinkpad software might not work with IE8.
 
Older browsers can't be supported forever. This issue has come up before. If you switch to a newer browser then Latex should show correctly.
 
I have never had any kind of problem here since I joined. I've always had the latest version of firefox as my browser.
 
dlgoff said:
I have never had any kind of problem here since I joined. I've always had the latest version of firefox as my browser.
Latex works with Firefox, but it doesn't work with IE6. Our LaTex here on the forum is thanks to a custom hack by chroot.
 
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The Opera browser will also do. The older versions of the Opera browsers can even run on Windows 95.
 

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