IE8 times out while accessing online classes

[1darkness]

Hello,
My computer is a Dell Dimension 2400 with WinXP Home. I am not sure if this could be caused by a virus or spyware but, the problem I am having is with IE 8. I am a student taking online classes and I am having trouble accessing discussions and tests. The pages will not load and in the process at times will time out. I also have recieved script errors and error on page notices when I try to submit assignments. At first I thought it was because I was using an old browser, (SBC yahoo dial) I installed IE8 but I still am experiencing the same problems. Any help or suggestions would be appreciated.

[Computer Hope Admin]

Try going through all the troubleshooting steps mentioned on the below link.

http://www.computerhope.com/issues/chie.htm

If these don't work I'd suggest trying an alternative browser (also mentioned in above steps). Try Firefox or Chrome and see if you get the same results.

[CBMatt]

Also, where are these classes held?  Are they on a site like Moodle or Blackboard, or are they on the school's official site?