On 13 July 2010 23:22, David King <[email protected]> wrote: > In my Ubuntu 9.04 installation, just a few days ago, I lost my usage of > the internet. I still had internet access. Firstly though, there was a > problem with the router, so I tried a friend's router (both Netgear > DG834) and the friend's one worked. > > But in Ubuntu, I could not access any web pages or email. Skype works. > > I tried using my netbook and that could access web pages okay. > > So then I booted my main PC into the old installation that I kept there > of Ubuntu 8.04, which I am using now. And in this the internet works > just fine, I can access websites and download and send email. > > But in Ubuntu 9.04, it seems like something is blocking my access. I do > not recall installing anything new, although something may have been > updated recently. > > What is the likely cause of the Internet being blocked for websites and > email (but not Skype)? > > > David King > > Hello David, My initial thoughts are:
1) You have a proxy set up for firefox and/or for the whole ubuntu system Check System > Preferences > Network Proxy - it should be set to "Direct connection to the Internet" Settings 2) Incorrect network / gateway settings (less likely) Check System > Preferences > Network Connections - select your wired connection and select Edit. Check the tab IPv4 -- John Stevenson Lean Agile Consultant / Coach jr0cket.com | leanagilemachine.com
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