Url Links in my email using Internet Explorer

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xonkie Posts 7 Registration date Friday April 15, 2011 Status Member Last seen April 19, 2011 - Apr 15, 2011 at 04:19 PM
 Anonymous User - Apr 19, 2011 at 08:08 AM
Hello,


I am using IE 9 and on each occasion when I receive email, if there is URL link within text of mail, when I click on the link it does open. I have to copy and paste the link

Can anyone suggest what is causing this abnormality because if I use Mozilla Firefox no problem exists.

Thanks
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xonkie Posts 7 Registration date Friday April 15, 2011 Status Member Last seen April 19, 2011 2
Apr 16, 2011 at 11:22 AM
Have not yet carried out your instructions but noticed that in your penultimate para you mention something about JavaScript engine in IE8.
Does it make a difference because the IE version I amusing is 9.

Will check your response sometime tomorrow because in a few minutes have to close down for the day

Tks
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Anonymous User
Apr 16, 2011 at 11:30 AM
The Javascript is also available in IE9. Try the last instructions I gave you and let me know.

Regards.
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Hello

Your instructions completed but end result as previously.

H/ever have been playing about and something positive has occurred regarding DCOM which you indicated could be the source of my problem.

Have done the DCOMCNFG command once again and the default properties now indicate what you mentioned what you indicted previously.
The problem is that one image indicates the following:
''Your are about to modify machine wide dcom settings. This will effect all the applications on the machine. Some applications may not work correctly as a result. Update dcom settings?'' It then shows YES or NO.
The fact is I am not sure exactly wha to do - Should I say Yes bearing in mind the warning about some applications may not work correctly as a result.

Your advice appreciated.
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xonkie Posts 7 Registration date Friday April 15, 2011 Status Member Last seen April 19, 2011 2
Apr 19, 2011 at 04:26 AM
Tried instructions mentioned (kb967897) and no difference
It appears as though I am flogging a dead horse where IE 9 is concerned.
Have come to the conclusion that my only alternative is forget using IE9 and stick to Mozilla Firefox.
As indicated when using Firefox, clicking URL links within email or not, no problems experienced.
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Anonymous User
Apr 19, 2011 at 08:08 AM
I find it really unfortunate that your problem is not resolved. You should contact Microsoft to tell them your problem.
But Firefox is a very good browser and I'd suggest you the latest version 4.0 which is downloadable from this website:
https://ccm.net/downloads/internet/4553-mozilla-firefox-for-pc/

Best Regards
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Hi Guys

Just noticed that my request for help was incorrect in that I said the link does open whereas I should have said ''does not open''

Apologies for error.

xonkie
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Ambucias Posts 47310 Registration date Monday February 1, 2010 Status Moderator Last seen February 15, 2023 11,163
Apr 16, 2011 at 04:14 AM
xonkie

Click right on the link and left on open. If it still does not open, let me know.

Regards
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xonkie Posts 7 Registration date Friday April 15, 2011 Status Member Last seen April 19, 2011 2
Apr 16, 2011 at 04:24 AM
Hi

Your response appreciated but regret to say that situation as before
What does happen when doing as instructed is at the top appears a blank tab section with IE icon but nothing takes place.
Hopefully my response is understood.

xonkie
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Anonymous User
Apr 16, 2011 at 04:54 AM
Hi Xonkie,

Can you open others links by cliking on it. Will they open with IE9?
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xonkie Posts 7 Registration date Friday April 15, 2011 Status Member Last seen April 19, 2011 2
Apr 16, 2011 at 07:32 AM
Prior to IE9 I was using IE8 and the same thing happened. It not only happens with links within emails when using IE but occasionally with any link which I click on. All that happens is blank tab with IE Icon
Can't help but mention once again that this does not occur when utilizing Mozilla Firefox browser.
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Anonymous User
Apr 16, 2011 at 07:58 AM
Xonkie, follow these instructions and tell me if the problem still exist:

1-Use the Run command (click on Start->Run) and type DCOMCNFG to open up the Component Services.

2-Expand Component Services and Computers then right hand click on Properties.

3-This would open the properties for My Computer and click on the Default Properties tab.

4-Ensure that:
Default Authentication Level is "Connect"
Default Impersonation Level is "Identify"

Waiting for your feedback.

Good Luck!
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xonkie Posts 7 Registration date Friday April 15, 2011 Status Member Last seen April 19, 2011 2
Apr 16, 2011 at 08:21 AM
Done as requested. Would like to send image as to what appears but do not know to insert jpg image in this forum.

Anyway what I can tell you is that 4- Default Authentication Level and Impersonation Level are both blanked out

I assume that is incorrect.

Awaiting further advice

Please bear in mind that my technical knowledge is very limited.
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Anonymous User
Apr 16, 2011 at 08:35 AM
They are all blanked out, it's a shame but it is the source of your problem unfortunately.

Try to log on as administrator and repeat the manipulation.

If the problem still exist, try this:

Go to Internet Options ->Security Tab ->Internet -> click on the "Custom Level" button then scroll down to the Miscellaneous section.

There are several entries that control the JavaScript engine in IE8. One of them is named Allow script-initiated windows without size or position constraints. This item is disabled in all zones in IE8. That means that any link that calls a JavaScript function that opens a new window will not work if the size or location of the new window is not specified in the link. Change this item to Enable and those links will work again. You must do this for all zones.

Bottom line - the Window.Open() function will not work if you don't specify at least the new window size or position in the function call.

Let me know!
If you don't know where you go, get back where you come.....
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xonkie Posts 7 Registration date Friday April 15, 2011 Status Member Last seen April 19, 2011 2
Apr 17, 2011 at 05:26 AM
Instructions completed but no change. Situation as previously.
I assume that it is safe to leave the changes which you suggested is OK.

It is apparent that I have a problem but how serious is it??

Awaiting any further instructions.

Tks
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Anonymous User
Apr 17, 2011 at 06:00 AM
Hi,

Try these steps one by one verifying if the problem still exist:

Step 1:Try changing the Homepage and check if it makes any difference.

Follow these steps:
a. Open Internet Explorer.
b. Click on Tools and then click on Internet Explorer.
c. Copy the URL of the website which you want to as the Homepage.
d. On the General tab, paste the URL into the Home page box at the top of the dialog.
e. Click OK.

Step 2: Try IE 9(Internet Explorer 9) in No Add-ons mode to see if it works correctly:
a. Click the Start button,
b. Click All Programs,
c. Click Accessories,
d. Click System Tools, and then click Internet Explorer (No Add-ons).

Step 3: Reset Internet Explorer settings.
a. Open Internet Explorer.
b. Click on tools and then click Internet Options.
c. Click the Advanced tab.
d. Under Reset Internet Explorer settings, click Reset. Then click Reset again.
e. When Internet Explorer finishes resetting the settings, click Close in the Reset Internet Explorer Settings dialog box.
f. Start Internet Explorer again.

Step4:
1. Click on Tools, select Internet Options
2. Go to the Advanced tab, and tick Use software rendering instead of GPU rendering

Good Luck
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Anonymous User
Apr 18, 2011 at 02:59 PM
Hi,

Do not risk especially to click on YES because like it said, this might cause damage to your machine.

Let's try another ways to fix this issue. Follow instructions given to the link and tell me if the problem still exist:
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/troubleshoot/browsers/cannot-access-websites

I cross my fingers hoping it will work this time ;-)
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