How to Fix Website Errors

The Advanced tab in Internet Properties displays the list of Internet settings.

Website errors can result from an insecure Internet connection, an outdated web page or a damaged link saved in the cache. It just takes a couple of minutes to verify correct settings and run a simple maintenance task. When you do this, you reduce the need to continually fix website errors and increase PC security efforts. You also get a bonus of increasing your computer's speed when transferring data over the Internet.

Instructions

1. Secure the Internet connection. To do this, click on "Control Panel" accessible from the Start toolbar menu.

2. Select "Internet Options" from the "Network and Internet Connections" category. (Note: You can also open Internet Options by selecting it from the "Tools" toolbar menu on the Internet Explorer browser.)

3. Go to the Advanced tab and check the boxes next to "Use SSL 2.0" and "Use SSL 3.0." Click "Apply."

4. 

   Go to the General tab and under Browsing History and press "Delete." Place a check next to "Temporary Internet files." If desired, check all other available items for deletion; however, leave a check beside "Preserve favorites website data." When finished, press "Delete" located at the bottom of the Browsing History dialog box. (Note: This task typically takes up to a minute to run.)

5. Click "OK" to exit the Internet Options.

Tips & Warnings

• Add links to those websites you visit most often to your list of Favorites. This way, when you delete your cache of temporary Internet files for faster, cleaner connections, you can still click on them without having to type in a long website address.

References

• Microsoft Support

Resources

• Additional Tips for Resolving Website Errors