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IM not working uninstalled/reinstalled now behind firewall. Help?
I can't log on no matter how many times I try smiley goes back to sleep I need my IM fix
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- Anonymous1 decade agoFavorite Answer
Delayed messages.The problem is due to the large files that are being download, if you have dial-up and your computer is not one of the latest system, you will be encountering problem of delayed messages.
Are you using window blinds or alien guise or some other window enhancement program? e.g. programs that add extra buttons like transparency and keep always on top or change the look of the windows in anyway (not including standard XP themes)
if so disable it and yahoo should work.
Do a search on <http://www.wackyb.com>/ for window blinds
This is sometimes a flash issue, make sure you have download and installed flash from Internet explorer (not any other browser)
<http://www.adobe.com/shockwave/download/.%3E
To delete address bar history as it also helps, follow this path. Tools> internet options> general > clear history > set the number of days to zero> ok.
Still having problems try Common Issues/Tips & Tricks here: