What kind of internet connection are you using? Are you using a firewall, hub, and/or router? Also, what version of Windows are you using?
I am having problems on my desktop with certain programs connecting to the internet. (i.e. AIM, Yahoo Messenger, Media Player, etc.) but I can obviously use Internet Explorer. We have replaced the ethernet cable as well as added 4x the memory in hopes that this would help and so far nothing has work. Anyone have any ideas on a remedy for this VERY frustrating issue?

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