i have windows vista and everytime i open limewire my internet connection cuts out and i cant connect to anything while limewire is open can any1 help me?

Are you using Java 1.6? You'll need to. Are you using McAfee? It's caused heaps of problems, most people have just uninstalled it (or parts of). Check these threads for more ideas, or use the forum search to look for Vista or McAfee...you'll find heaps of info to help
http://www.gnutellaforums.com/showpo...99&postcount=2
http://www.gnutellaforums.com/showthread.php?t=66843

If that doesn't help at all, give us your details.
System details - help us to help you

1. OS version? Windows Vista
2. What firewalls you have? Vista's firewall and mcaffee i have allowed limewire through both
3. How much ram? 512mb ddr2
4. Hard Disk space available?74gb
5. Connection type? cable
6. Modem & router brand name & model numbers? scientific atlanta dpc2100 series webstar
7. Where are you trying to connect from? my apartment
8. What version of LimeWire (LW) & Java do you have? LW V.4.12.11 java 1.6.0
9. Who is your ISP provider? Cox high speed internet
10. Do this simple test for us. Using your browser go here: http://www3.limewire.com:6346/ The page should say 'Your test worked!'. What happens when you go there? It worked
11. Are you sharing the connection with other computers or p2p sharing programs? If yes, please give details of set up. No
12. Is this a your 1st try at LW or is this a new problem with an experienced user. Limewire worked for me on windows xp sp2 but hasnt worked since i got my new computer
13. Do you see a brick wall in front of the blue world icon at the bottom of LW's interface? yes

For starters, don't use 2 firewalls together. Neither will work properly.

Did you try uninstalling McAfee, or any of it's components? There's info about what's worked for other people in the threads I linked to earlier & also this:
http://www.gnutellaforums.com/showthread.php?t=68579

I've also been having the same problem. If I was to uninstall McAfee, what should I use for protection? I can't afford to buy one.

Firewall or AV? There are good, free ones around. Try one of these, or use Google for more info. Just remember to download from the official sites only

Firewalls
ZoneAlarm firewall (click the 'basic ZoneAlarm' button)

Sunbelt Personal Firewall Replaces Kerio & Sygate firewalls. After the free 30 day trial period, the firewall keeps working with basic features only.

Comodo Firewall Pro

AV
avast!

AVG free

Avira Antivir

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