Re: mainAutomation server can't create object (IE popup)

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From: H Leboeuf (NoAddress_at_generation.invalid)
Date: 04/05/04


Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2004 10:24:12 -0400

mainAutomation in a function in one of the programs needed to run Explorer
and Or IExplorer.

What is running at start up?

Run MSCONFIG from the start/run applet.

If you find anything unusual (leave Explorer and systray alone) then check
the processes here.
START-UP APPLICATIONS
http://www.sysinfo.org/startupinfo.php

-- 
Run these again with the latest definition tables.
This may be caused by a third-party program (adware, spyware, parasite).
Get AdAware and SpyBot and run them both. Keep them up to date.
Dealing with Unwanted Spyware, Parasites, Toolbars and Search Engines
http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/unwanted.htm
Additional link:
http://aumha.org/a/quickfix.htm
If all fails then get HijackThis form the sites above and get help from the
forums.
Henri Leboeuf
Web page: http://www.generation.net/~hleboeuf/index.htm
"whitemagic" <anonymous@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:188cd01c41b04$b630b100$a101280a@phx.gbl...
> Starting today whenever I open IE or view a new page,
> etc., I get a popup which states "mainAutomation server
> can't create object".   It is very annoying.   I am able
> to view all IE pages after I close the popup.   Is there a
> fix for this?   I have no viruses or trojans on my pc.  I
> do lots of surfing and my hand is wearing out from having
> to close this popup over and over again.
> Thank you!
> WhiteMagic


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