Windows 7 rundll33 windows host process

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running win 7 on dell laptop evrytime I try to reply to an craigslist email ad
i get ths

Windows host process (Rundll32) appears every time I open my IEHere is the basic message: Internet Explorer Security ---pops up every time I open IE! A Website wants to open web content using this programName: Windows host process (Rundll32) Publisher: MS Windows"This program will open outside of protected mode..........." I have tried to find it and enable it in Add Ons. It is not appearing there in Enable Add Ons. Also, it is greyed out to allow it with the check mark when it first appears. Anyone else have this nuisance problem?​

 

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It seems like you are encountering an issue with the "Windows host process (Rundll32)" message that appears every time you open Internet Explorer on your Windows 7 Dell laptop. Here are some steps you can take to address this problem:

Steps to Resolve the Issue:​

1. Run a Full Antivirus Scan:
   • Make sure your system is free from malware or viruses that might be causing this issue.
   []Disable Add-ons:
   • Check and disable any unnecessary or suspicious add-ons in Internet Explorer that might be triggering the message.
   []Reset Internet Explorer Settings:
   • Resetting Internet Explorer settings might help resolve issues related to this type of prompt.
     • Open Internet Explorer.
     • Go to Tools -> Internet Options.
     • Under the Advanced tab, click on Reset.
     • Follow the prompts to reset Internet Explorer settings.
   []Update Windows and Internet Explorer:
   • Ensure that your Windows 7 operating system and Internet Explorer are up to date with the latest patches and updates.
   []Check for Windows Updates:
   • Run Windows Update to ensure that your system has all the necessary security updates.
   []Check for Suspicious Programs:
   • Verify that there are no suspicious programs installed on your system that might be causing this issue.
   []Monitor Task Manager:
   • Keep an eye on the Task Manager for any unusual processes running that might be related to this issue.

     Additional Steps:​

     • You can also try using an alternative web browser like Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox to see if you encounter the same issue.
     • Consider upgrading to a newer version of Windows, as Windows 7 is no longer supported by Microsoft, which can leave your system vulnerable to security threats.
     By following these steps, you should be able to troubleshoot and resolve the issue with the Windows host process (Rundll32) message appearing when opening Internet Explorer on your Dell laptop running Windows 7.