XP help for novice

[RanblinMan]

I'm running XP Home. I've not installed SP3 or made any changes lately. Today I boot up and when I go to any website instead of pictures or graphics, I get a small box in the upper left hand corner with an x in it. I'm a novice on these things. I don't know if this is related to Java, Axtive X or what. Any help given this 'pilgrim' is appreciated.   RamblinMan

[Carbon Dioxide]

Is this Firefox or Internet Explorer?

Download CCleaner
When you install it, make sure Temporary Internet Files and Cookies are check for Internet Explorer and Internet Cache for Firefox.
Check System --> Temporary Files and run the Cleaner.

Post back with results. 

[Broni]

If Carbon's advice doesn't work, and, if it's IE, try here: http://www.windowsbbs.com/internet-explorer/34960-fix-dreaded-red-x.html

[RanblinMan]

Carbon Dioxide, I already have and use CCleaner. This isnt helping. Thankx

[Carbon Dioxide]

All right, try Broni's suggestion then.

[RanblinMan]

Sorry, yes I'm running IE. Broni, I went to your link, I'll try to follow their fix but it looks a little like Greek, I'm a novice remember. Thank you, I'll let you know.

[Broni]

You can do it. Just 4 steps.
To open Registry Editor, go Start>Run, type in:
regedit
Click OK.

[RanblinMan]

Broni, I got it fixed. The first fix at your link had to do with the registry. I couldnt even find the registry editor! But on down the page it suggested that the problem may have to do with add-ons. I found add ons and disabled a few that didnt look familar. Fixed the dreaded red x! Thank you for your help RamblinMan

[Broni]

Very good

[Carbon Dioxide]

[BWilson]

I am new and could really use some help here

[Carbon Dioxide]

I am new and could really use some help here

Check my PM, hope that will help.

[Broni]

BWilson
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