Error Message When Attempting to Start Internet Explorer

ID: Q177453


The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer version 2.0 for Windows NT 4.0


SYMPTOMS

When you double-click the Internet Explorer icon, you may receive one of the following error messages:

  • Access to the specified device, path, or file is denied.


  • Is not a valid Windows NT application.



CAUSE

This behavior can occur if there is a folder or file named Program in the root folder.


RESOLUTION

To resolve this issue, use either of the following methods:

  • Rename or remove the Program folder or file in the root folder.


  • Upgrade Internet Explorer to version 3.0 or later. For information about obtaining a later version of Internet Explorer, visit the following Microsoft Web site:
    http://www.microsoft.com/ie/download/


Additional query words: directory 2.00

Keywords : kbenv kberrmsg msient
Version : WINDOWS:2.0
Platform : WINDOWS
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Last Reviewed: September 9, 1999
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