The discussion addresses a known issue with LaTeX rendering on Windows 2000, where the output appears in a small black window with disjointed white text, making it unreadable. The problem is attributed to browser compatibility, specifically recommending Internet Explorer 8, Firefox 3.6, or Chrome for proper display. Users on Windows XP do not experience this issue, indicating a specific compatibility problem with Windows 2000. Installing a compatible browser resolves the rendering issue.
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ghwellsjr said:On my desktop running Windows XP, the LaTeX code appears normal but on my laptop running Windows 2000, the same thing appears in a small black window with disjointed white text that is unreadable. Is this a known problem with a known solution? Do I have to install something?