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Discussions tagged with 'php files' on WindowsForum.com focus on issues where web servers deliver downloads through PHP scripts rather than direct file links. A common problem involves Internet Explorer failing to prompt for downloads when clicking links that point to .php files, even though the files are actually saved to the Downloads folder. Users report that right-clicking and selecting 'Save As' works correctly, and restarting the browser temporarily resolves the issue. Troubleshooting steps include disabling Protected Mode and adjusting security settings under Internet Options. These threads highlight how PHP-based file delivery can cause unexpected behavior in older browsers like IE8.
  1. FusionZ06

    Windows 7 IE8 - Download .torrent files - downloads without prompt/dialog box - or error cannot

    find the file from server... However, if I right click it and save as it works fine. Also, when I click the link and it doesn't prompt me it actually downloads as I can look in C:\Users\USERNAME\Documents\Downloads and the files are there. Any ideas what's going on with this? I've turned...
    • FusionZ06
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    • browser issues download download link error handling file download file management ie8 internet explorer internet options operating system php files protected mode software behavior torrent troubleshooting user experience web development
    • Replies: 17
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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