'Star Downloader' Problem

[mike2002]

I used to run this program without any problems at all. When I reinstalled Windows 98SE I didn't get around to putting it back again.
I've just tried my original version, removed it, then tried the latest
one. But both versions give me a "Error: Couldn't connect to host." message. Zone Alarm is allowing it access, but it still doesn't work.
I can't explain why I had no problem in the past.

[mjc]

Two areas to check....

1. Under Options, check to see that browser integration is enabled.

2. Also check the mirror search, try it both checked and unchecked.

[mike2002]

Yes, browser integration is enabled.
Have also tried the mirror options to no effect.
It's a mystery!!

[mjc]

Okay, what browser?

[mike2002]

Whoops - I always forget to state it! Internet Explorer 6.

[mike2002]

Something else is happening; in I.E.6, if I click on a download as normal, it will start to transfer. But if I right-click on the link
and choose 'Download with Star Downloader' this error message appears.
(See attachment).

[mjc]

Ok, try disabling Star and seeing if you still get the scripting errors when downloading.

[mike2002]

Am not having any problems with a 'normal' download, am only getting the error when attempting it with Star.
But it's not an 'essential' program, and I have been living without it
for some time now, so the easiest way would be to remove it.
Some say that these download programs make a diference, and some don't,
what's your opinion?
Anyway it's 1.40am here, and time to 'hit the sack' as you say in the
States.

[mjc]

I am on dial up and need the resumable download function that it offers. Otherwise I have noticed no difference in speed.

It looks like you may have a scripting problem and not a problem with SD.