XP's Virus Protection Program Won't Let Me View a Web Page
Windows' XP virus protection will not let you view a Web page if it determines that the website has a built-in code that will damage your computer. There are websites that will install viruses, spyware or malware on your computer that will send your personal data to another computer and allow someone to steal your identity. There are other malicious programs that will render your computer useless. You can shut down XP's virus protection and view the website, but stop virus protection at your own risk, and be prepared for negative consequences.
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Instructions
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Click "Start."
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Click "Control Panel."
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Double-click "Security Center."
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Click "Windows Firewall" in the "Manage security settings for:" section.
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Click "Off" to turn off your firewall.
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Click "OK."
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Click the "Virus Protection" box under the "Security essentials" section to determine what virus protection software you are using.
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Right-click your mouse button on the virus protection icon in the task bar.
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Click "Exit," "Stop" or "Disable." Your computer will now be able to open the Web page.
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Tips & Warnings
Restart your anti-virus software on as soon as possible to reduce further exposure to viruses or malware.
Run a virus scan as soon as you exit the Web page.
Disconnect your computer from any network it is on before you disable your virus protection. Do not reconnect it to the network before you run a virus scan to ensure that you are virus-free.
