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The above-referenced message popped up and no matter what I clicked, "OK" or "CANCEL," it wouldn't go away. The page is http://www.leoslyrics.com .

I really enjoyed this site b/c finally someone listed the album name along with the lyrics. Since this is the only site that I've had trouble, I wanted to make sure it isn't one of my settings or if it's just the site - and, what does this message mean?

ThankS!

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The behavior described usually points to two things: either Internet Explorer is being asked to run or install an ActiveX/plug‑in, or the page is using script to repeatedly re-open the same dialog so it cannot be dismissed. The safest assumption is that it is an unsolicited control — decline it — and treat the page as untrusted until proven otherwise.

Immediate, practical steps:

  • Decline any install prompts from unknown publishers. As noted, if the page works without the plug‑in, keep refusing it.
  • Force the browser closed if the dialog will not go away: try Alt+F4, and if that fails use Task Manager (Ctrl+Shift+Esc) to end the iexplore.exe process. Reopen IE without restoring the previous session.
  • Clear Temporary Internet Files (Tools > Internet Options > General > Delete) to remove any partially downloaded components.

To prevent recurrence while testing:

  • In IE: Tools > Internet Options > Security > select Internet zone > Custom level. Under Scripting, set “Active scripting” to Disable while testing. Under ActiveX controls and plug‑ins, set Download/Run options to Prompt or Disable (download signed/unsigned ActiveX, run ActiveX controls and plug‑ins, initialize/script ActiveX not marked safe).
  • If a control must be allowed and it is from a known, reputable publisher, add that site to Trusted sites and only then enable the minimal ActiveX settings for that zone.

Final notes: persistent OK/Cancel loops are often malicious or badly coded. Declining unknown controls and using the steps above will stop the immediate problem. For deeper investigation, record the exact prompt text and the Windows/IE version — that information is required to identify signed vs unsigned installers or known exploit patterns.

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Sounds like it is trying to install a plug-in that you do not want. If the site works fine without it, keep refusing it.

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