Microsoft KB Archive/233052

= Address Toolbar Starts Shortcut on Desktop Instead of Web Browser =

Article ID: 233052

Article Last Modified on 1/24/2007

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APPLIES TO


 * Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0
 * Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.01 Service Pack 1
 * Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.01 Service Pack 2
 * Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 128-Bit Edition
 * Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0
 * Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.01 Service Pack 2
 * Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0
 * Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.01 Service Pack 1
 * Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.01 Service Pack 2
 * Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 128-Bit Edition
 * Microsoft Windows 98 Standard Edition

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This article was previously published under Q233052



SYMPTOMS
When you type a Web site address in the Address toolbar, you may open a shortcut on the Windows Desktop instead of the Web site you want.



CAUSE
This behavior can occur if the shortcut on the Windows Desktop has the same name as the Web site you want to view.

The Address toolbar is designed to start shortcuts and programs as well as browse to Internet sites.



RESOLUTION
To work around this behavior, use either of the following methods:
 * Type the prefix http://, when you want to specify a Web address.
 * Rename the shortcut on the Windows Desktop.

Keywords: kbenv kbnetwork kbui kbprb KB233052

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