Just within the past couple of days, every time I bring up my personal webpage (which is also the page I have our computer set to bring up automatically), a message pops up that says "Click to run an ActiveX control on this webpage".\n"OK" is the only option given, so when I click on it, I usually get an error and the page shuts down. Not always, but usually. Does anyone know what this is and what can be done about it?
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What you should know about running scripts and ActiveX controls in Internet Explorer\n\nBe cautious about allowing Web sites to run scripts or ActiveX controls on your computer. While these items can enhance Web browsing, they can also be a security risk, and it’s best to avoid using them when you can. However, some Web sites or tasks might require them and you will have to decide whether to trust ActiveX controls that Internet Explorer blocks for your safety.\n\nWhat are scripts and ActiveX controls?\n\nScripts, ActiveX controls, and other Web browser add-ons are used extensively on the Internet. They can make browsing more enjoyable by providing toolbars, stock tickers, video, animated content, and more. These programs can, however, malfunction or give you content you don’t want. In some cases, these programs can be used to collect information from your computer in ways you might not approve of, possibly damage data on your computer, install software on your computer without your consent, or allow someone else to control your computer remotely. Given these risks, you should only install these programs if you completely trust the publisher. \n\nWhat should you do about ActiveX controls and scripts running on your computer?\n\nUse the default security settings in Internet Explorer. These settings will help protect you. If you feel like you need more protection while browsing the Internet, it's OK to increase your browser’s default security settings.\n\n Important\n\nThe default security settings in Internet Explorer are designed to help protect your computer from viruses and attacks over the Internet. Microsoft strongly recommends that you leave these security settings at their default level or higher.
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If you want ActiveX controls to be allowed to run automatically, go to Tools, Internet Options, and click on the security tab.  Scroll down to the ActiveX settings and put the check marks in the "allow" boxes. Click OK.
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that is not right  i dont have active x . installed on system it is  off \ngo to  start control panel  add-remove .add remove windows components  hit un-check windows messengr  hit on next . then  re-check  windows messenger . then hit next . then  go back to microsoft website & redownload  windows live messenge& set up
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Check the security setting of the browser. Check if the cookie is disabled or ActiveX code disabled. \n\nOr its the case when firewall of Windows XP and Firewall of Internet Security both are enabled.
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i think the activeX yellow bar at the top is standard in WinXP.\n\nUse a Flash detection/redirection script below...\n\n<BODY>\n\n<SCRIPT LANGUAGE=JavaScript>\n<!-- \n\nif (navigator.appName == "Netscape") {\n     if  (navigator.plugins["Shockwave Flash"]){ \n        window.location='THE PAGE ADDRESS GOES HERE';\n     }\n   }\n\n// -->\n</SCRIPT>\n\n<SCRIPT LANGUAGE=VBScript>\n<!-- \n   on error resume next\n   var GotFlash\n   GotFlash = IsObject(CreateObject("ShockwaveFlash.ShockwaveFlash.3"))\n   If GotFlash = True Then\n      Window.Location= "THE FLASH PAGE ADDRESS GOES HERE"\n   End If         \n// -->\n</SCRIPT>\n\n\n<p>MAKE YOUR HTML PAGE HERE\n\n</BODY>
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what operating system are they both running? has it worked before? Were there any recent system changes? I'm thinking it might be a difference in the configuration and all...but I'm not really sure. I need more information to determine the problem.\n\nactually...if it's only certain webpages and all and you've already been there before...it might very well be that those pages are cached (temporarily stored on your hard drive), in that instance...instead of going online to the page, it simply loads from your hard drive instead.\n\ndo a virus scan. also check your firewall settings on that computer. hope that helps
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Make sure you have the latest version of IE.\n\nhttp://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/downloads/default.mspx\n\nYou can download it there.\n\nIf you have the latest version and it still does it, then I'd say the error is on the web page.
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I've got news for you guys, clicking on the little red X in the upper right hand corner causes the Form_Unload event to fire and your little virus still has all the time in the world to screw you. The safest thing to do is to immediately power off your machine!!!
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...and mine shuts down when i type in an address.  so far, the links are working.  i just downloaded some updates, we'll see if it helps matters.  or, you could just download mozilla firefox as an alternate browser.
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I think Yahoo must have changed the coding on their site.\n\nThe same happend to me -- none of the buttons on opened emails work. You get a yellow triangle at bottom of browser and message about error on page.\n\nHowver, it doesn't affect everyone. It works Okon another PC so I think it may be related to thev ersion of IE we are using/
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Check your activex controls and download if needed.
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This problem occurs because Microsoft thinks that any attempt from a website to essentially "download" files onto your computer is a threat. This message is essentially like an integrated pop-up blocker but in my experience it usually ends up blocking what I need to access to download a form of an update. What you need to do in order to get around it is click on the yellow bar and let IE know that it's ok to download and install the ActiveX controls from this site. Or get a better browser like Firefox. =)
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Let me see if I have this straight. Someone sent you a web link in a Yahoo instant message and the web page will not open? What does AOL have to do with this? Are you sure the link is a good one? Please clarify your problem.\n\n1/18/06 Thanks for updating your question. I assume you have a 'default' browser setting. In other words, your system knows to open a particular browser when you click on a link (i.e. a link in a message). Even though you use AOL as an internet provider you do NOT have to use their browser. I assume you are aware of that as well. I suggest you download Mozilla Firefox as a browser. Not sure this will cure this problem but it is a very fast, user friendly browser. Email me at kenburnham2001@yahoo.com if you are still having problems.
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Do you mean you want to activate Active X Controls?  If so, go to Tools > Internet Options > Security > Custom Level.\n\nHere you can tweak your settings.  Find the menu called Active X controls and plugins; I choose Enable or Prompt.
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You need to install ActiveX, there should be a little yellow bar that pops up below your URL bar, click and install the program and viola it will stop popping up because then you have ActiveX. It's needed to run some games, sites, etc.
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youll probably need to enable the active x controls in your internet options in your browser
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What browser are you using? Does it do this with any webpage or just the homepage? Your homepage could have been changed to a personal page from AOL, and when you canceled AOL the page no longer exists. If this is the case, simply change your homepage. This doesn't sound like a problem with your connection; if that was the problem it would probably say something else. \n\nIf this doesn't help (or even if it does) try using Mozilla Firefox (free, mozilla.com), that could likely solve all of your problems.