How to Troubleshoot Internet Explorer 7 Error Messages
Internet Explorer is a Web browser that comes bundled as part of the Windows operating system. It provides a fast and easy way to surf the Internet, but it is not without its faults. Luckily, Microsoft provides a number of methods to troubleshoot any problems that may arise. If Internet Explorer 7 is not functioning at all, you will need an alternative Web browser to troubleshoot your problem.
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Microsoft Online Support
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Recreate the action that gives the error message. Write down the exact wording of the message and the error number.
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Open the Microsoft online support center: http://support.microsoft.com/.
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Enter your error message and number in the Bing search box in the top right corner of the page. Press "Enter."
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Browse the search results. If you have included the error number in your search, the first result should contain the answer to your problem.
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Click on the search result that best represents your error message and follow the instructions given to rectify your problem.
Microsoft Answers
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Open the Microsoft Answers forum: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/default.aspx. Here Microsoft users can post and respond to queries or problems.
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Use the search function at the top of the page to search for a thread containing your error message. Chances are, someone else has encountered your problem before and asked for help in these forums.
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Browse the search results and open any threads that contain your error message in the title. If the post is answered, followed the instructions given to rectify your problem.
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Use the "Ask a Question" feature to start a new thread if you cannot find a solution in the existing threads. Another user or Microsoft support staff member will answer your question.
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