It is a DNS problem. But not with the modem or the provider. The PC that can ping by IP only has the problem. Have a look at the solutions...
I am moving this to the Applications Forum. Differences Between Outlook and Outlook Express (Q257824) Sorry. This probably should have been...
This wouldn't seem to be an Internet Explorer problem, but rather a hardware issue. I am going to move this to the Hardware Forum.
You could try opening a command prompt and running SFC /SCANNOW. You'll need your XP cd.
Got any kind of "pop-up stopper" installed? They can cause that kind of problem.
You're welcome. Hope it helps.
Have a look here: Using Virus Protection Features in Outlook Express 6 (Q291387)
Only way I know of without the WINKEY.
Create a batch file which contains the following: call rundll32 user32.dll,LockWorkStation Save as lock.bat
Try disabling the proxy while in Safe (VGA?) Mode.
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