Quick computer question... - SV650.org

MisterTommyH · 01-09-12, 07:55 PM

Just trying to sort something out on my parents PC (they're not computer literate at all) and I noticed that for some reason since the last time I was up here their IE automatically opens 3 tabs when you open it like this:

Seems a bit sus to me as they can't tell me when it started happening (not something they'd particularly notice as they don't know the difference between a webpage, browser etc etc).
They have Kaspersky, which is running and doesn't show any issues, but I'd like to uninstall IE and reinstall it just incase there is something wrong (and before you ask.... yes it has to be IE rather than firefox or chrome because it's familiar to them).
Anyway, my question is this..... If I uninstall IE, how do I then re-install it as I won't have a browser to get to a page to download it? I've tried downloading it first, but I go to the IE page and it says that I already have the latest version available for this computer, so won't allow me to download anything.

maviczap · 01-09-12, 08:11 PM

Is it just because this is the latest version of IE?

Looks like these tabs are pinned, so when IE is opened it always opens these 3?

I know my Chrome does this & IE on my netbook is similar

fizzwheel · 01-09-12, 08:18 PM

Careful, what version of IE are you currently running.

Remember IE comes bundled with Windows, That looks like Windows 7, which comes with IE9 as standard IIRC and I'm not sure you'll be able to remove it...

01-09-12, 08:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by maviczap

Is it just because this is the latest version of IE?

Looks like these tabs are pinned, so when IE is opened it always opens these 3?

I know my Chrome does this & IE on my netbook is similar

This..

Those tabs are pinned,

You should be able to unpin them and just get the one homepage when opening it up

fizzwheel · 01-09-12, 08:20 PM

This is the standalone installer, download this first and then run the uninstall routine. Or alternatively install Chrome or Firefox on their PC before you attempt the IE uninstall as then you'll still have a working browser.

http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/downl....aspx?id=13950

Careful again though as Chrome reads the IE settings for how to connect to the internet...

garynortheast · 01-09-12, 08:35 PM

Tools>internet options>then clear all but the page you want to keep as your home page from the dialogue box at the top of the window. Click Aply and OK. Close the browser and re-open it.

Tools is the little gear wheel top right of the browser window just below the red button/white cross (close button)

MisterTommyH · 01-09-12, 08:39 PM

Cheers Gary,

I figured that one out when I went searching through their options.

I have no idea how they would ever have managed to type three addresses in the Home Page box.

Now I have to set up a Paypal account for them.... not convinced it's a good idea, but I've been outvoted.

02-09-12, 01:39 AM

Oldies eh.

01-09-12, 07:55 PM	#1
MisterTommyH Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: West Mids Posts: 854	Quick computer question... Just trying to sort something out on my parents PC (they're not computer literate at all) and I noticed that for some reason since the last time I was up here their IE automatically opens 3 tabs when you open it like this: Seems a bit sus to me as they can't tell me when it started happening (not something they'd particularly notice as they don't know the difference between a webpage, browser etc etc). They have Kaspersky, which is running and doesn't show any issues, but I'd like to uninstall IE and reinstall it just incase there is something wrong (and before you ask.... yes it has to be IE rather than firefox or chrome because it's familiar to them). Anyway, my question is this..... If I uninstall IE, how do I then re-install it as I won't have a browser to get to a page to download it? I've tried downloading it first, but I go to the IE page and it says that I already have the latest version available for this computer, so won't allow me to download anything.

01-09-12, 08:11 PM	#2
maviczap Member Mega Poster Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 9,097	Re: Quick computer question... Is it just because this is the latest version of IE? Looks like these tabs are pinned, so when IE is opened it always opens these 3? I know my Chrome does this & IE on my netbook is similar __________________ We're riding out tonight to case the promised land Make everyday count RIP Reeder - Jolly Green Giant and comedy genius

01-09-12, 08:18 PM	#3
fizzwheel Super Moderator Mega Poster Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Somerset Posts: 3,614	Re: Quick computer question... Careful, what version of IE are you currently running. Remember IE comes bundled with Windows, That looks like Windows 7, which comes with IE9 as standard IIRC and I'm not sure you'll be able to remove it... __________________ Look Dave, I can see you're really upset about this. I honestly think you ought to sit down calmly, take a stress pill, and think things over. K5 GSXR 750 Anniversary Edition

01-09-12, 08:20 PM	#5
fizzwheel Super Moderator Mega Poster Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Somerset Posts: 3,614	Re: Quick computer question... This is the standalone installer, download this first and then run the uninstall routine. Or alternatively install Chrome or Firefox on their PC before you attempt the IE uninstall as then you'll still have a working browser. http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/downl....aspx?id=13950 Careful again though as Chrome reads the IE settings for how to connect to the internet... __________________ Look Dave, I can see you're really upset about this. I honestly think you ought to sit down calmly, take a stress pill, and think things over. K5 GSXR 750 Anniversary Edition

01-09-12, 08:35 PM	#6
garynortheast Member Mega Poster Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Mid Wales Posts: 2,691	Re: Quick computer question... Tools>internet options>then clear all but the page you want to keep as your home page from the dialogue box at the top of the window. Click Aply and OK. Close the browser and re-open it. Tools is the little gear wheel top right of the browser window just below the red button/white cross (close button) Last edited by garynortheast; 01-09-12 at 08:36 PM.

01-09-12, 08:39 PM	#7
MisterTommyH Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: West Mids Posts: 854	Re: Quick computer question... Cheers Gary, I figured that one out when I went searching through their options. I have no idea how they would ever have managed to type three addresses in the Home Page box. Now I have to set up a Paypal account for them.... not convinced it's a good idea, but I've been outvoted.

02-09-12, 01:39 AM	#8
monkey Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Quick computer question... Oldies eh.

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