IE 6 Stalling upon startup

Whenver I start IE 6 in windows xp, the page will load, but the computer will lock up for approximately 10-15 seconds and then return to normal. I can browse fine, but whenever another IE window is opened, the same thing happens. If I try and browse the internet through Microsoft Outlook 2002, it works fine. Any suggestions on why IE is stalling the computer......

 

Hiya and welcome

What do you mean, browse with Outlook? never done it that way.

Anyway, lets clean you up first.

http://www.piersontech.com/07-CleanHardDrive.htm

Also, lets have a look at those satrtup Programs. May help.

Go to Run and type MSINFO32. On the left choose Software Enviroment, then Startup Programs. Copy/paste the list here.

Also, go here and download AddAware www.lavasoftusa.com
Install and run, ensuring that Deep registry Scan is enabled. Remove all except any references to Web3000 or new.net. If you're unsure, copy/paste the list here.

Whilst you're there, download and install RefUpdate for the latest updates.

Regards

eddie