Hi JWCH
You don't mention the version of Windows or IE you are using, so, I will try
to provide some general information you might try if they apply to your OS
and IE:
Download the fix - Reset Search:
http://www.spywareinfo.com/downloads/tools/IEFIX.reg
This will restore your default Search functionality. However, if you had
any custom adjustments you have made will have to re-select them.
or
In order to restore you default Search functions, download and run the
program below. You will have to redo any customized features you may have
added afterward.
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/regs_edits/RestoreSearch2.REG
also..
Can't type in address bar without adding http:
You will need to edit the registry to fix this. See the information and
instructions here, and downloadable .reg files:
http://inetexplorer.mvps.org/answers_8.htm#extension
You will need to reboot after making the changes
If still no joy, you may have some form of malware on your system that is
causing the problem. Work through the information here to clean your
system:
Dealing with Unwanted Spyware and Parasites:
http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/unwanted.htm
Hope this helps
Jan
MS MVP - IE/OE
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