I've decided the problem is in my router.

[LeftofObama]

I posted a while back that my computer won't connect to secure websites. Well, I took the computer to the computer store and he said it is working fine now. I got it home and for the first couple of days it worked ok, but now it is right back to not connecting to secure websites. Yesterday I packed it up and went to the public library and logged on to their internet and every secure website I went to opened up, no problem. I brought the computer home and logged on and now it's right back to not connecting to secure sites. I figure the problem has to be with my router.

[TexasTowelie]

1. I would be more suspicious of your DNS Server.

Is there anybody that you know that either is connected to the same Internet provider? As an alternative, could you take your computer and router to a friend with a different Internet provider to test your theory?

I'm making those suggestions so that you don't purchase any unnecessary equipment.

[TreasonousBastard]

3. How about plugging the PC directly into the modem?

If it works bypassing the router entirely, either get a new router or see if there was something in the router setup blocking secure sites.

[LeftofObama]

6. I didn't know I could do that, but I suppose it's worth a shot.

[LeftofObama]

8. You are a genius!

I just plugged directly into the modem and it works like a charm! Thank you.

[TreasonousBastard]

11. Genius is a bit much, but there are..

general procedures for troubleshooting-- starting with eliminating as much extraneous stuff as possible.

Anyway, glad that worked. BUT get another router ASAP since it can be an important link in your security. Besides, the newest routers are faster, more secure, easier to set up, and do more stuff.

[LeftofObama]

4. That's an excellent idea.

I have a friend who should be home in a couple of days and I'll ask him. Thanks for the suggestion.

[PoliticAverse]

2. What happens if you remove all power to the router for a few minutes?

Upon power-up can you connect again to secure sites?

What make/model is your router?

Do you connect to it via a wired or wireless connection?

[LeftofObama]

5. I tried removing the power and when I powered it back up

it was the same thing, no connecting to secure sites.

My router is a Linksys, but I don't know the model number. I bought it about 4-5 years ago.

I connect via a wireless connection.

[PoliticAverse]

7. Do you get the router's login screen when you enter...

http://192.168.1.1
into your browser's address bar?

See: http://kb.linksys.com/Linksys/ukp.aspx?pid=80&vw=1&articleid=3676

[LeftofObama]

9. Thanks for the link.

I'll work with the router at that link and see if I can fix it from there. If I can't, I guess I'll have to get a new one. Thank you so much for all of your help!

[PoliticAverse]

10. Worst case you can 'reset to factory defaults'. n/t