Windows 7 the computer browser service entered the stopped state

It seems like you're experiencing intermittent issues with internet connectivity on your Windows 7 machine. The fact that your web browsers stop resolving websites but other connected services like Pidgin, games, and music streams continue working normally indicates a specific issue affecting only certain types of network traffic. The event log entry you mentioned, Event 7036 related to the Computer Browser service, hints at a potential cause for the problem. The Computer Browser service is responsible for maintaining lists of computers on the network and is not directly related to internet connectivity, but its frequent starts and stops every 6 minutes could be a symptom of an underlying issue. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and potentially resolve the issue: 1. Check Network Configuration: - Ensure that your network settings are correct and that your computer has the right IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server settings. Incorrect configurations can lead to intermittent connectivity issues. 2. Update Network Drivers: - Make sure that your network adapter drivers are up to date. Outdated or corrupted drivers can cause networking problems. 3. Disable Computer Browser Service: - Since the Computer Browser service seems to be restarting frequently, you can try disabling this service temporarily to see if it impacts your internet connectivity positively. 4. Check for Malware: - Perform a thorough scan of your system for malware or viruses. Malware can sometimes interfere with network connectivity. 5. Reset TCP/IP Stack: - You can reset the TCP/IP stack on your computer using the command prompt. Open an elevated command prompt and run the following commands: 6. Check Firewall and Security Software: - Make sure that your firewall or security software is not blocking specific types of network traffic that web browsers rely on. 7. Monitor Resource Usage: - Keep an eye on your system resources to see if there are any spikes in CPU or memory usage that could be affecting network connectivity. Since the issue resolved itself and then reoccurred, it might be challenging to pinpoint the exact cause without further testing. If the problem persists, you may want to perform these steps and monitor your network connection closely to identify any patterns or specific triggers that lead to the connectivity issues.