A restore/reinstallation normally turns on XP's firewall. I'd check that, and disable it.
Just did a complete restore on an XP system that had been overloaded with programs and downloads. Internet access is via 802.11b; Linksys router and D-Link USB adapter. Using Internet Explorer, I can access the router, so the radio link is good, but this computer cannot get to any Internet sites... first: "IE Cannot Open Page" in small box, then the usual "Page Cannot Be Displayed." If the computer has 2-way access the router, and other computers on the network can do the same plus get on the 'net, what could be going on?

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