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Internet & Network

Most, if not all, of the time a computer is on, you're using some sort of network resource, most likely the Internet. Maybe you're streaming your favorite music, using a social networking site, or searching for the best pot roast recipe.

While you may know the ins and outs of your favorite website, fixing a problem with your network or Internet connection might not be as easy.

In addition to networking and Internet tutorials, you'll also find how-to content for popular browsers like Internet Explorer, Chrome, Firefox, and Safari:

Delete Internet Explorer 7 ActiveX Controls

Deleting Internet Explorer 7 ActiveX Controls one by one can be a useful troubleshooting step to solve IE7 problems that may be caused by ActiveX Controls.

Disable Internet Explorer In Windows XP Using A Dummy Proxy Server

One way of disabling Internet Explorer in Windows XP is by using a dummy proxy server address inside the IE connection settings, disabling the browser from accessing anything on the Internet.

Disable Internet Explorer In Windows XP Using The Defaults Utility

Tired of using Internet Explorer? Disable it in Windows XP by using the Set Program Access and Defaults utility available as part of all Windows XP installations with at least Service Pack 2 installed.

Disable Protected Mode in Internet Explorer 7

Protected Mode in Internet Explorer 7 is a valuable feature designed to protect from malicious exploits. Protected Mode can cause problems, however, and these steps show how to disable the feature.

Disable the Phishing Filter in Internet Explorer 7

The Phishing Filter feature in Internet Explorer 7 can be very useful but not everyone finds it valuable and it can sometimes even cause problems. Disabling it is very easy.

How Do I Remove Internet Explorer From Windows XP?

There are all kinds of reasons to want to remove Internet Explorer from your Windows XP PC. Alternative browsers are sometimes faster, provide better security and contain great features that Internet Explorer users only dream of.

How do I Update Internet Explorer?

You might want to update Internet Explorer for many reasons. You'll need to update Internet Explorer to try out a new version of IE. You might also update Internet Explorer as a troubleshooting step to solve IE problems.

How To Clear the Internet Cache in Firefox

Instructions on how to clear the browser cache in Firefox.

How To Delete Temporary Internet Files in Internet Explorer

Instructions on how to delete temporary Internet files in Internet Explorer.

Reset Internet Explorer 7 Security Settings to Default Levels

Resetting Internet Explorer 7 security settings to their default levels could help resolve some browsing problems if the security options have been configured incorrectly.

Selectively Disable Internet Explorer 7 Add-ons

Disabling Internet Explorer 7 add-ons, one by one, is a useful troubleshooting technique to solve Internet Explorer 7 problems that may be caused by add-ons.

How Do I Find My Default Gateway IP Address?

Links to tutorials for finding the default gateway in popular versions of Windows.

How Do I Change My Router or Switch Password?

It's usually very easy to change a network device's password. Learn how to change your router, switch, access point, or other network hardware password.

How To Identify Network Hardware IP Addresses on a Local Network

Instructions on finding the IP addresses of network hardware within your network.

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