Re: Search feature causes Freeze

Hi LB :-)

Switching to the classic search function solves the issue.

To do so do the following:

[Start] [Run] [Regedit]
Registry Key: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main
Modify/Create the Value Data Type(s) and Value Name(s) as detailed below.
Data Type: String Value // Value Name: Use Search Asst
Note that there are spaces in the String Value, not underscores.
Set the value of Use Search Asst to no.
Exit the registry and reboot.


Glad to hear you were able to resolve your problem.  Good job!

Thank you very much for posting back and letting us know what worked for
you, and for the benefit of other readers who might have a similar problem.

Jan :)
MS MVP - IE/OE
Smiles are meant to be shared,
that's why they're so contagious.






"LB_1945" wrote:

I'm not sure how the XP search companion works when searching the internet
with Internet Explorer 6, but it seems to be blocked by the firewall we have
set up.

I tried computer on an outside line and the search companion works fine.
Does anyone know why this is??

--as a note we have corprate edition of symatic anti vivus, it is up to date
and have ran it on the machine.--

"Jan Il" wrote:

> Hi LB :-)
>
> In addition to the other information, you might also check the > following:
>
> First...from Control Panel> Internet Options> Advanced> uncheck "Enable
> third
> party browser extensions."
> If this allows IE to work, then you have scumware on your system. First
> clean you machine, then Disable the "third party browser extensions." > after
> the cleanup.
>
> also..
>
> Download and install the Windows script engine 5.6 here:
> http://www.fjsmjs.com/IE/scriptdb.htm
>
> heck the information here:
> http://aumha.net/viewtopic.php?t=12319
> http://www.generation.net/~hleboeuf/symptoms.htm
> http://www.computing.net/windowsxp/wwwboard/forum/131535.html
>
> also….
>
> If you have Zone Alarm, uninstall it and reinstall it.
>
> Also...If you have any 3rd party programs, popup blockers, Google or > Yahoo
> toolbars, Yahoo Companion, disable them.
>
> Check your ActiveX and Security settings.
>
> If you have McAfee:
>
> Disable the McAfee ActiveX controls Applet filters in the Internet > Filter
> window when you select Customize your VShield settings
>
> "Your current security settings prohibit running Active X controls on > this
> page. As a result pages may not display correctly."
> http://www3.telus.net/dandemar/acxen.htm
> or
> http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN;Q319585&LN=EN
>
> Hope this helps.
>
> Jan :)
> MS MVP - IE/OE
> Smiles are meant to be shared,
> that's why they're so contagious.
>
> Replies are posted only to the newsgroup for the benefit or other > readers.
> How to make a good newsgroup post:
>
>
>
> > Thanks for all the tips, However this issue is prevelent even on new
> > machines with a fresh install of XP sp2 and office2003.
> >
> > I will look into your suggestions but i feel that it is some kinda of
> > setting that is causing or missing component that is causing the > > problem.
> >
> >
> > "Jan Il" wrote:
> >
> >> Hi LB :-)
> >>
> >> First check your system for hijackware or other types of malware, as > >> this
> >> is
> >> usually the cause of this kind of problem. In addition to updating > >> and
> >> running your AV, download, install and run the programs below in > >> Safe
> >> Mode
> >> with Hidden Files enabled. This will remove the nasty you have and > >> any
> >> others it may have let in the back door. Some malware can replicate
> >> itself
> >> repeatedly if not removed properly, so even if you have run some of > >> the
> >> programs listed here, it is important that you run them again > >> according
> >> to
> >> the information below so that Windows is not operating to hide any > >> files
> >> 'in
> >> use' Follow all instructions carefully:
> >>
> >> First, Clear the TIF's and empty the recycle bin:
> >> http://www.mvps.org/winhelp2002/delcache.htm
> >>
> >> Also…empty your Recycle bin.
> >>
> >> Then do the following:
> >>
> >> WARNING>>>> Backup all documents and files before removing any > >> spyware!!
> >>
> >> Most importantly, download install and run CWShredder here
> >> http://www.majorgeeks.com/download3019.html
> >> or here
> >> http://www.trendmicro.com/cwshredder/
> >> and About Buster, which searches for hidden .dlls that recreate the
> >> malware.
> >> http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4289.html
> >> Then visit these two sites to test for parasites and help basic > >> cleaning:
> >> On-Line Check
> >> http://aumha.org/a/noads.htm
> >> and
> >> Quick-Fix Protocol.
> >> http://aumha.org/a/quickfix.php
> >> Basically, throw everything here at your "infection".
> >>
> >> Then download, install and immediately update these three programs > >> before
> >> running:
> >> AdAware SE - Update immediately after installing
> >> http://www.download.com/3000-2144-10045910.html?part=69274&subj=dlpage&tag=button
> >> AdAware Tutorial -
> >> http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/index.php?showtutorial=48
> >> SpyBot S &D - Update immediately after installing
> >> http://www.majorgeeks.com/download2471.html
> >> SpyBot S&D Tutorial -
> >> http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/index.php?showtutorial=43
> >> Microsoft Windows Antispyware Program (Beta)
> >> http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/default.mspx
> >>
> >> Next, do an Online scan here (if possible) -
> >> http://www.pandasoftware.com/activescan/com/activescan_principal.htm
> >> Make sure that you choose "fix" or "clean".
> >>
> >> Download Pocket Killbox from
> >> http://www.thespykiller.co.uk/files/killbox.exe
> >> and put it on the desktop where you can find it easily
> >>
> >> Download, install, and run HiJackThis - it is one of the most > >> important
> >> tools to help clean your system of scumware. Follow the > >> instructions
> >> carefully:
> >>
> >> How to download and install HiJackThis: (it does not need to be > >> updated)
> >> http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/topict309.html
> >>
> >> Please DO NOT post your log to this newsgroup. It is important that > >> you
> >> go
> >> to one of the HiJackThis Support Forums below:
> >> CastleCops HiJackThis Forum
> >> http://castlecops.com/f67-Hijackthis_Spyware_Viruses_Worms_Trojans_Oh_My.html
> >> or Bleeping Computer HiJackThis Forum
> >> http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/forum22.html
> >> to allow the program experts there to evaluate your log and advise > >> you of
> >> any
> >> necessary steps to clean your system.
> >> (Note: Look for and read the "Important- Read This First" messages > >> in the
> >> sections for HiJackThis logs so that you follow proper procedure. > >> You
> >> will
> >> have to Register before posting on these Forums. Please follow all
> >> posting
> >> instructions carefully to avoid having your log deleted or ignored.)
> >>
> >> Also, please post a link to the forum where you post your HJT log > >> back to
> >> this thread so that we can follow your progress there.
> >>
> >> CAUTION!!!!! Before you try to remove spyware using any of the > >> programs
> >> below, download a copy of LSPFIX from any of the following sites:
> >> http://www.cexx.org/lspfix.htm
> >> http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
> >> (if your OS is Win2k or XP) The process of removing certain malware > >> may
> >> kill
> >> your internet connection. If this should occur, this program, > >> LSPFIX,
> >> will
> >> enable you to regain your connection.
> >>
> >> You should also get a copy of WINSOCKXPFIX available at:
> >> http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
> >> and
> >> WinsockXP Fix- WinXP
> >> http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
> >> with instructions, at
> >> http://www.iup.edu/house/resnet/winfix.shtm
> >> also... From LavaSoft- all versions of Windows-
> >> http://digital-solutions.co.uk/lavasoft/whndnfix.zip
> >> (NOTE: It is reported that in XP SP2, the command netsh winsock > >> reset
> >> will fix this problem without the need for these programs.)
> >> or Winsock Fix Utility
> >> http://www.dfwonline.net/files/WinsockFix.zip
> >>
> >> How to Restart in Safe Mode
> >> http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT/tsgeninfo.nsf/docid/2001052409420406
> >>
> >> How to Show Hidden Files
> >> http://snipurl.com/6rl8
> >>
> >> Hope this helps.
> >>
> >> Jan :)
> >> MS MVP - IE/OE
> >> Smiles are meant to be shared,
> >> that's why they're so contagious.
> >>
> >> Replies are posted only to the newsgroup for the benefit or other
> >> readers.
> >> How to make a good newsgroup post:
> >> http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
> >>
> >>
> >> > When I use the search feature available on Internet Explorer 6 > >> > (click
> >> > search
> >> > button on explorer toolbar then enter a search into text box) it > >> > causes
> >> > IE6
> >> > to freeze. The worst part about it is that after closing all > >> > windows of
> >> > IE6
> >> > and attempt to reopen an IE6 page it cannot find the homepage or
> >> > anypage
> >> > for
> >> > that matter.
> >> >
> >> > It is as if the search feature is missing something.... but what?
> >> >
> >> > All suggestions appreciated
> >>
> >>
>
> 

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