How to Repair and Reinstall Internet Explorer 7 for Windows XP

by Greyson Ferguson
Fix your Windows XP Internet browser.

Fix your Windows XP Internet browser.

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Internet Explorer 7, also known as IE7, is the default Internet browser on Windows XP computer systems. While using the browser you may accidentally delete a required file, causing error messages to appear when using the program. In order to correct this issue you need to repair and reinstall IE7. This is done through the "Add or Remove Programs" option in Windows XP.

Step 1

Click the "Start" button followed by "Control Panel." In a moment, the Control Panel window will load onto the screen.

Step 2

Double-click "Add or Remove Programs" and a list of all the programs currently installed on the computer loads onto the screen.

Step 3

Scroll through the list of programs until you find "Internet Explorer 7."

Step 4

Select "Internet Explorer 7" and click "Repair." A new window appears asking if you want to repair the program. Click "Yes" to continue. If needed, the program will ask you to download IE7 again, with a link to the download site. Click this link and follow the instructions.

Step 5

Proceed with the remainder of the prompts, then click "Install." The repair wizard installs the missing files. Once complete a window appears and states the repair process has finished.

About the Author

Greyson Ferguson is a graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design with a degree in film and television. He currently resides in Lansing, Michigan where he works on independent film projects and writes for numerous publications. Ferguson primarily focuses on computer and electronic articles. Greyson produces TheDailyUpbeat.com, focusing on only upbeat news stories with daily updates.

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