The overwhelming number of complaints posted here concerning IE 8 are
caused because:
* the user installed incompatible third-party add-ons;
* the user made incorrect configuration settings;
* the user's computer is infected by malware; and/or
* the user did not follow sound installation procedures.
all of which are avoidable by preparing in advance and doing simple
research on the web. That's why most installations of IE 8 are
trouble-free. This is something /anybody/ can do...no geek credentials
required.
Two things for you:
1. Before you make changes to your computer, /prepare/ by doing
research, just as you would before repairing your faucet or trying a new
recipe. Everything you need to know to install, repair and use IE 8 is
right there on the web.
2- Get into the habit of backing up regularly, and always backup before
making major changes to your computer. That way, if an install or change
goes bust, you're back in business within minutes like nothing happened.
You neglected these two simple steps. And now, you're screwed. Rather
than take responsibility, you're looking for someone else to blame.
