General Information
Servers and Settings
Spam & Security
Virus Protection
Tech Tips & Support Links
Virtual Applications

Web Browsers

Configuration

To change your web browser homepage, choose your browser from the lists below.

	Internet Explorer 5 & 6 Netscape 6 & 7 What web browser am I using? Internet Explorer 4 Netscape 4.5 - 4.9 Opera

	Internet Explorer 5 Netscape 6 & 7 What web browser am I using? Internet Explorer 4.5 Netscape 4.5 - 4.9     Opera Safari

Virtual Applications - Check our Virtual Applications page to reference screenshots used for configuration and troubleshooting.

Tutorials and FAQs

Tip! Most SOFTWARE includes built-in HELP that can provide valuable information - how to perform a task, where to find a feature and how to use it, how to set options and resolving problems. Look for "Help" on a program's menu. You might find just what you're looking for! Try Windows built-in help and troubleshooters! See The Troubleshooting Process - Basic Steps for some suggestions on how to attack a problem and discover a solution.

How do I check or change my Home Page? How do I clear my Web Browser's History? How to delete Temporary Internet Files / Clear the cache What are cookies? How do I enable or delete web browser cookies? How do I change my default web browser? How do I create a new profile using Netscape?

What is the Internet Explorer Content Advisor? What is a proxy server? What is web caching? Internet Explorer Repair Tool How to Reinstall or Repair Internet Explorer and Outlook Express in Windows XP How do I remove ISP branding of Internet Explorer?

Troubleshooting

A Quick Checklist to Help Resolve Web Browser Problems

• Verify that you are connected to QS ISP.
• Is the problem strictly with your browser? - Does email work?
• Is your browser set to "work offline"?
• Cold boot! Shut down your computer, wait 60 seconds, restart your computer, reconnect to the Internet and try retrieving web pages again.
• Try clearing your cache and removing history files (see Tutorials and FAQs above).
• Be sure you do not have a firewall setting or proxy setting that is prohibiting you from viewing web pages.
• Try running the Internet Explorer Repair Tool if you use Internet Explorer.

Please review the items below for further information to help you troubleshoot specific problems

• I am locked out of Internet Explorer's Content Advisor
• Internet Explorer Error Message Troubleshooting (Microsoft)
• Problems accessing websites
• My web browser is slow or freezes
• Common web browser errors
• Error: Internet Explorer could not open...
• Error: Internet Explorer has experienced a problem...Active Desktop has been turned off...
• Error: Illegal Operations/General Protection Faults
• MSKB 325192: Issues After You Install Updates to Internet Explorer or Windows

Spyware and Browser Enhancement Removal

Need to remove a browser enhancement or spyware? Instructions for a few of the enhancements/spyware is provided below:

Anonymousaccess.net | Bonzi Buddy | Comet Cursor | Common Name Toolbar | Gator | GoHip Browser | Netsetter (Internet Explorer) | Netsetter (Netscape) | NewDotNet | Prolivation.com | SurfMonkey | WebHancer | Xupiter | XZoomy

See Spywareguide.com for software applications that can detect and defeat spyware and an extensive database of all known spyware applications. One commonly used multi adware removal utility is Ad-aware. See our Support Links page for additional sites. To remove branding of Internet Explorer and Outlook Express, see the FAQ, How do I remove ISP branding of Internet Explorer?

Pop-up Blockers

A web search for "pop-up blocker" reveals the fact that there are numerous products available to block pop-ups. One commonly-used product is Panicware's Pop-Up Stopper. Panicware offers a FREE version of the Stopper which works relatively well. Another popular product is AdShield (check AdSheild's site for cost).

In addition to a wide array of available programs, many browsers (and Norton Firewall) have built-in pop-up blockers or configuration settings that can be used to block pop-ups. Google has a free browser search and pop-up blocker toolbar that is easily installed. Additional resources include the following links: Free Pop-up Blockers, Prevent Pop-up Ad Windows When Browsing with Internet Explorer, and Netscape 7.1 Popup controls.

Note: While Pop-up blockers may significantly reduce pop-ups, they will generally not eliminate all pop-ups because methods of creating pop-ups are too numerous and new ones are continually being developed to work around blockers. Additionally, it is important to note that some pop-up windows that you WANT to come up may be blocked, so it is best to use a program or configuration that allows YOU to decide if a pop-up window can and should be displayed.

Tip: Try support links and a web search Check out some of the sites on the Support Links page for finding additional information or use the search field at the bottom of the Support Links page to search the web. In addition, check the computer manufacturer or software developer's website for support; these web sites generally have a good bit of troubleshooting in addition to software updates and updated drivers for your software and system.