So many different types of run time errors exist that it’s hard to say what the actual problem may be without identifying the specific run time server error.  A run time error could be the result of memory problems, program updates, or corrupt registry keys.

Most of the time, the problem occurs when the user is running a program such as Internet Explorer.  The error pops up when the client (the end user’s computer) tries to execute an action with the server (usually a website) and the action fails or access is denied.

How to Fix Run Time Errors and Script Debugging on a Website

In all reality, if the run time error is coming from a website, you can’t do anything about it.  The website owner needs to correct the problem.  Therefore, when you can’t fix it, the next best thing is to ignore it.

Here’s how you can get that run time error to quit popping up when you disable notifications:

• Go to Internet Explorer’s Option
• Click on “Disable Script Debugging (Internet Explorer) and “Disable  Script Debugging (Other)”
• Turn off “Display a notification about every script error”

Software Issues and Run Time Errors

When you install software, you may experience run time errors that wouldn’t let you into the program.  This usually happens when you need an update or patch.  Sometimes an add-on will also cause runtime errors.

• Update and apply all patches from the program’s website.
• If that doesn’t work, remove any add-ons.
• If you still can’t get in there, try uninstalling and installing.  Make sure you have the CD or download somewhere before you uninstall.

Computer Viruses that Lead to Run Time Errors

By now, everyone who goes out into cyberspace should know that you have to have some sort of anti-malware protection and run it on a regular basis.  Otherwise, your computer is about as useful as a paperweight.

Sometimes, you may have the malware off the computer, but the registry is left in shambles and runtime errors are the result.  Keep your anti-malware up to date, and run time errors should not occur.

Fix Run Time Errors Forever

Maybe you are still getting that run time error after taking these preventative measures.  Or maybe you just don’t want to have to do this again.  The solution is simple, you can run an advanced registry cleaner to prevent run time errors in the future.

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If you have shell.dll missing from your computer, you may be experiencing a number of problems.  The least of these will be an “illegal operation” dialog box that opens up when you try to view a web page or open your favorite program.

What causes shell.dll to go missing?

There can be many reasons for this file to disappear.

The least malicious of them may be that you accidentally deleted the file when you were cleaning out your registry.  This is only one reason you should never try to clean your registry “by hand” (due to the massive potential for error, even many PC technicians won’t touch this job!).

The program may have disappeared during a bad install or uninstall of a program on your computer.  This kind of error is simply caused by bad programming.

A bad install may overwrite the file with another (different) file that, unfortunately, has the same name.  On the other hand, a program could have thought the file was one of its own and deleted it as part of the uninstall process.

The file may also have disappeared if a malicious program such as spyware or a Trojan horse damaged the registry.  Unfortunately, the kinds of programs that remove malicious software, often do not fix the damage that bad software can make to the registry.

One thing you shouldn’t do to replace a missing shell.dll file.

There is one tempting thing you should definitely not do to replace shell.dll (or any other .dll file): You should not download a free replacement from a free download site!  Why?

For one thing, you can never be sure that you are getting the most recently updated version.  Another thing, many of these “free download” sites don’t do a very good job of checking the files that are uploaded to them.  These kinds of sites can be rife with just the kinds of spyware, adware, and viruses that will cause .dll errors in the first place!

You should always go to the source when you need to replace a missing file.  Shell.dll controls many of the API functions in Windows, so it’s best to re-download the file straight from Microsoft.

3 ways to protect yourself from missing .dll files in the future.

Always get the latest updates, patches, and service packs from Microsoft as they become available.  Check for them once a week at the very least.  You can even set your computer to automatically search for these updates in the “Windows Update” section of Control Panel.

Regularly scan your computer with anti-virus and anti-spyware programs.  There are some good free programs available like AVG, Malwarebytes, and Spybot: Search and Destroy.  Download these programs and use them!

Scan your computer for registry errors.  Unfortunately, there are not any free registry cleaners worth recommending at this time (”freeware” versions will sometimes delete the wrong files!).  Legitimate registry cleaners will however offer a free scan up-front so that you can see if you really need to purchase them in order to fix shell.dll errors.

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Is the need to repair your taskbar a serious problem?  Usually, it really isn’t.  The thing is that it is detrimental to the functionality of your computer.  It’s not unusual for people to be running twelve different items in their taskbar that they are cross-referencing all at the same time.

Reset Taskbar to Default with Drag and Click

The taskbar relocation is usually just a snafu that you created without even realizing it.  You can easily fix it with a drag and click.  When you drag and click the taskbar, it doesn’t drag and click like a picture or a text box.  It will go from Point A and when you let go, reappears at Point B.  There are no tracer lines to show you the journey on the way.

All you need to do is put it back in its place, and then you can “Lock the Taskbar” in place by right clicking in the taskbar and making sure the function is checked.

Run Your Security Programs

Sometimes when you get the taskbar moved back into place, it doesn’t solve the underlying problem.  Trojans, viruses, and malware can still be lurking around.  The only way to tell is to run your anti-virus and anti-spyware programs and rule out or take care of anything that could harm your computer.

Taskbar Toolbar is Grayed Out

If you are trying to reset the settings on your toolbar, you can right click on the taskbar and review your toolbar options.  If the Toolbar sub-menu options are grayed out, you may have a restriction placed on the Start Menu through the Group Editor or the registry may have some faulty keys.

To fix this, you can open the registry editor and find the following keys:

• HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE \ Software \ Microsoft \ Windows \ CurrentVersion \ Policies \ Explorer
• HKEY_CURRENT_USER \ Software \ Microsoft \ Windows \ CurrentVersion \ Policies \ Explorer
• Export these keys and back them up.  Right-click and delete “NoCloseDragDropBands”.
• Restart Windows.

Fix the Faulty Registry Key

If you don’t feel good about editing your registry, don’t feel bad.  Even computer techs don’t want to go this route.  If you were to take your computer to shop, they would probably do the same thing that you could do from home.  Download and scan with an advanced registry cleaner.

You can repair the taskbar, fragmented files, corrupted files, and anything else to do with registry maintenance from your house.  Just don’t wait too long.  If you are dealing with a computer crash, you will have to take it into the shop.

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In most cases whenever someone gets a page error message there is a problem with their Internet access that has nothing to do with the user’s computer, but there are times when things can happen to the user’s computer that can cause these very common errors.  Usually when a user gets these errors on only one web browser, the problem is with the computer and not with the Internet access itself.

Malware can cause some of the most destructive registry entries that involve the web browsers that are installed on a particular computer.  If you have been infected with malware recently and now your web browser is not working, but you know that your Internet access is fine, you might need to fix bad registry entries.

The first thing all users in this position should do is update their computer’s operating system.  They should also update and run a complete virus scan to double check that their computer is free of malware.  After that they should go through and clean up the computer’s registry.

Registry cleaning can be a dangerous thing to do if you are not familiar with which entries need to be left installed and which ones are causing problems.  If you are not sure you can safely fix your registry issues you should get a program that can help, because accidently deleting the wrong registry entry can mean hours of reinstalling every program that was installed, including the operating system.

This is where Regcure can help.  Our award winning software is designed to fix all sorts of registry problems that other registry cleaning programs do not even begin to address.  With just a few clicks Regcure can repair page error problems and get you back to surfing the web without worry.  Download Regcure today!

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As security advances so does the opposition. Many malicious software makers are starting to notice that the average PC user is becoming smarter when it comes to avoiding emails that could be potentially harmful.

Recently these malicious programmers have started to take a different path. They have begun to create different types of threats. One type that you may have already seen is where the program will inform the user needs to download security software. Three other major programs which are known as Win32/FakeXPA, Win32/FakeSecSen, and Win32/Renos have been found on millions of computers.

Attacks have also been taking place in common files such as .PDF and .DOC. Even Adobe Reader 9 and Acrobat 8 have had several exploits in them. While there are updates out for these programs, many users don’t update their software. For example over 90 percent of attacks in Microsoft Office have been from an exploit that could be fixed with a simple update. Surprisingly this update is over 2 years old!

While many PC users look for updates through Microsoft they rarely look to update other programs. There are a lot of PC users that believe that the Microsoft updates will solve everything. While Microsoft does run the PC business due to most users using Windows, they can’t watch over every company’s individual software issues such as the issue with Adobe.

It’s surprising how many people have issues with malicious software but do nothing to fix it. There are updates for programs coming out all the time to fix these holes and help prevent attacks however many users don’t seem to check for updates as they should. Microsoft alone last year released 78 updates that fixed 155 issues.

Therefore if you are having continuous problems with attacks you should ensure that everything on your computer is up to date. While you may update Windows constantly it’s not enough to stop someone from attacking your computer.

Source: CNET

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Finally, the long awaited admission.

After years of bragging that its unit is virtually impregnable, Apple has started advising Mac users to beef up OSX’s security by installing an antivirus software. This tacit admission that the Mac is vulnerable to malware comes as a surprise since one of its product’s main selling points is that it is more secure than the PC.

The advisory wasn’t brought about by any virus or spyware attack. It wasn’t an alarm bell as some have thought. The manner by which it was aired was actually discreet as the article or note was more of a nonchalant endorsement of the idea or tip.

Still, the advisory confirms what everybody, including Mac users, already knew – no computer is safe from malware, regardless of the platform or architecture on which it’s built.

This development should not be seen or interpreted as a victory for the malware authors. On the contrary, the news might have even discouraged hackers from testing Apple’s units, thus making the Apple computer even safer and more secure. It’s already difficult to infect the Mac and its OSX as it is. Fortifying it with an antivirus will definitely make any attempt to climb its walls all the more impossible.

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