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Why might I not be able to download MSN 6.1 on my computer?

There could be many reasons, but without more detail there's no way I could hazard a guess. Sorry.

Article C2002 - June 8, 2004

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I have an error telling me I am missing export link oleau132.dll.176 and I am unable to log on to ms messenger from my computer.

Posted by: kindi at July 3, 2004 12:44 PM

I found this which might help: http://ask-leo.com/d-40703c

Posted by: Leo at July 3, 2004 3:06 PM

im tryin to down load msn and when i try and click down load i get your current security settings do not allow this file to be down loaded can you please tell me wot im doin wrong.
thanks stacey

Posted by: stacey at August 29, 2004 2:45 PM

Not doing anything wrong. As it states, your security settings don't allow for what you're trying to do.

Instead, try right clicking on the link, and selecting "Save as" for target. Then when done, run the target.

If *that* doesn't work, then you may need to add the download site to your "trusted sites" in Tools, Internet Options, Security.

Posted by: Leo at August 29, 2004 2:55 PM

What Leo has said is indeed true? If that does not help then, please check this out;
1. Disable any fire-wall if installed temporarily and then try.
2. Disable any anti-virus program and then try.
3. Disable pop-up blocker programs.

If this does not help then the issue can be with IE. You may need to repair IE or update it. To update IE please follow this link : http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/MS03-048.mspx

Posted by: Sudarshan at February 14, 2005 2:54 AM

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