Internet Explorer: Repairing Common Faults

Internet Explorer is more than just Microsofts ubiquitous web browser; it is an integral part of the Windows operating system. A faulty installation of Internet Explorer means more than just an inability to browse the web; it can lead to problems in many other areas of Windows, such as viewing Windows help pages, or an inability to print from Outlook Express. Unlike most applications, you cant simply remove Internet Explorer from Add/Remove Programs and then re-install it to solve problems with corrupt files; its such an integral part of the operating system Windows wont let you. Fortunately, there are many simple troubleshooting techniques that will help you repair a damaged Internet Explorer installation. This article looks at some of the most common Internet Explorer problems that are reported to The Windows Advisor editorial helpdesk, and shows you the simple solutions needed to fix them.