These websites freeze up my computer

[tulsatggr]

I have noticed two now - Vapor Kings and Altsmokes, every time I try to view their web site it freezes and I cant view the pages. I notice that Zopim is running but Vapor Kings said that was not a problem just their chat program, but today I noticed it on Altsmokes also.

I typically do not have any problems with any other websites. We have DSL, I run Windows XP, and my puter is about 5 years old. Hubby runs windows xp on a 2 y/o emachine. He has no issues viewing these sites.

Does anyone know why these two vendor sites would freeze my computer? Is it the Zopim?

 

[Surf Monkey]

Turn off javascript in your browser and try looking at them again.

 

[tulsatggr]

Thank you surf monkey, tried that (i think i got it disabled) but it they still wont load the pages. So strange cause I visit ALOT of websites and dont have this problem with any others...yet.

 

[sgupta]

Might see if it's an issue with Adobe Flash also (by turning it off) - I had some Flash issues that did this kind of thing for a while myself and it turned out to be a bad version of Flash. You could also try to update to the latest versions of both Java and Flash.

If all else fails, you can always install an alternative browser (Mozilla FireFox, Google Chrome, etc.) and see if that helps.

Good luck - that's frustrating when it happens.

 

[316lvm]

I've been having the same problems lately. Uninstalled some programs. Did a clean up of registry, deleted temp files, disk check, defrag.
Reboot.
Repeat process.
Reboot.
Tick off processes - thinking too many programs running in the background.
Reboot.
Repeat.
Cuss at the computer.
Blow out the dust bunnies.
Reboot.
Screw it. I'm just gonna use my computer to power my passthrough and watch a frozen screen

 

[tulsatggr]

I'm with you 316 - you forgot to restore your computer?

I do like the e-cig forum while I vape though, no frozen screens here. I could just let him do all the work while I wait for the postlady.....

 

[Birdy]

I had the same problem with altsmoke and said something about it here:

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/altsmoke/12790-have-question.html#post698038

seemed to me that their chat provider (olark at the time) was down and the rest of the page wouldn't continue to load until it connected to the chat service/server.
Maybe they should move that code to the bottom of their page so that at least the rest of the page loads first.

 

[SSRob]

Zopim shouldn't be interefering but it's the only common element between AltSmoke and myself. Mine loads at the very end of the page. I don't have any Flash code on my site.

What version of browser and so forth are you running?

(hope I can post here...sorry mods)

 

[tulsatggr]

What version of browser and so forth are you running?

(hope I can post here...sorry mods)

lol i knew you were gonna ask that.... I am still using 6.0.2900.2180, but but in my defense..I never ever update (on purpose), it usually just makes matters worse and then I'll be just like 316 up there - vaping in front of frozen screen <sigh>

and, i really dont have a problem viewing other websites

 

[jj2]

I've been having the same problems lately. Uninstalled some programs. Did a clean up of registry, deleted temp files, disk check, defrag.
Reboot.
Repeat process.
Reboot.
Tick off processes - thinking too many programs running in the background.
Reboot.
Repeat.
Cuss at the computer.
Blow out the dust bunnies.
Reboot.
Screw it. I'm just gonna use my computer to power my passthrough and watch a frozen screen

You made me laugh!!!! So all is for not.

 

[SSRob]

See if you can view cigtechs site...he uses Zopim also.

 

[tulsatggr]

See if you can view cigtechs site...he uses Zopim also.

Cannot load cigtechs site either (good call), perhaps I will consider updating my browser... or maybe Santa will just bring me a new computer for Christmas? lol who knows anything can happen

 

[ZorbaTheGreek]

Screw it. I'm just gonna use my computer to power my passthrough and watch a frozen screen

ROFL, definitely the best use of my 750W power supply

 

[tulsatggr]

ok ok I did it...I updated to IE 8 and must say problem solved <hopefully>

I can now browse VaporKings and Cigtechs sites with ease. Thanks Rob for your feedback now I'll be able to keep a closer eye on your stock.

 

[leishan]

Screw it. I'm just gonna use my computer to power my passthrough and watch a frozen screen

Sometimes it feels like that's all some of my computers are good for...hehe...

 

[Timtam]

There is a reason updates are released, whether it be to address security, or to, in your case, address compatibility. It's always a good idea to stay updated.

 

[Idaho Ron]

See if you can view cigtechs site...he uses Zopim also.

This site does the same (not Responding) on IE. It clears up. We shouldt have to change our computer. Its a known problem. If Zopim cant change it I will not go to those sites. I sent an email to Zopim & advised them of the problem.

 

[5cardstud]

I believe it has to do with their server, ECF used to have the same problem.