computer issues

[maddog04]

need help of the geeks please
each time I go to watch YouTube vids, I get the error message on YouTube meaning I can't watch a vid.
I've tried following their advice but its a bit tecky for me. I get around it by doing a restart but it soon focs up again after a few vids, I also cannot open the links that peeps post on here (just above the text box)
I'm on IE and windows 8 and don't wish to change
simple laymans advice please peeps coz I'm a computer numpty who's getting well pissed off

[mickvp]

What error message do you get matey? Might help us identify the issue your having

[maddog04]

error message  - please try again later
I click the "error message" and this lot comes upVideo player error messageIf you’re getting a player error message, most of the time, the video should start working again in about 30 minutes. This error can sometimes happen if the uploader is making changes to the video, there’s an issue with your Internet connection speed, or the video is being removed or having other issues.What you can do

1. Try again after 30 minutes    In most cases, the video should start working again in about 30 minutes. If that doesn’t work, try the following tips.
   
2. Reload the page    On many browsers, you can press the F5 key or Command+R keys on your keyboard to reload the current page.
   
3. Change your video’s quality    Click the gear icon in the bottom right corner of the video player and select a lower quality setting, like 240p or 360p. Wait for the buffer bar to start loading before clicking play in the video player.
   
4. Close other tabs or windows    If you have multiple tabs or windows open in your browser, try closing them.
   
5. Upgrade your browser    If you'd like the best YouTube viewing experience, upgrade to the most recent version of your browser.
   
6. Update your Flash Player    Most videos on YouTube are streamed through Adobe Flash Player, a plug-in for your web browser, so make sure to update to the latest version.
   
7. Turn on JavaScript    JavaScript is required for many features to work. Make sure JavaScript is enabled on your browser.
   
8. Clear your cache and cookies    Clearing your cache and cookies can improve the speed and performance of your browser.
   
9. Try viewing the video on a different browser or computer
   

[maddog04]

also having issues with my speakers, no sound playing yet when I look at the speaker tab in the control panel, says everything ok
:'( 

[maddog04]

using Realtek High definition audio for the speaker option

[mickvp]

Try loading a video, and if it doesn't load, hold in the CTRL key, and press F5 (this is called a cache refresh, it will clear the cache for the page you are on, and refresh the page at the same time so it covers step 2 and 8 in one simple move). It may or may not work.

I know your not tech savvy, but is your flash player upto date?

[maddog04]

I'd imagine so Mick, pooter is less than 12 months old?
never been prompted to update, how can I check it?

[maddog04]

control & F5 not having any effect

[Phil]

I'd imagine so Mick, pooter is less than 12 months old?
never been prompted to update, how can I check it?

I bought a new laptop 2 months ago and have been having the same issues you describe. Sometimes there is no sound for no apparent reason and sometimes videos on youtube don't play. I just reboot it as its quick. Im on windows 8 and IE.

If I find anything out I'll post here as well, but not too bothered about the problem at present.

[mickvp]

seems to be a common issue with windows 8/flash player combinations (flash in integrated into IE in windows 8).

This step by step guide should help, and its still pretty simple for the non-tech savvy:

http://helpx.adobe.com/flash-player/kb/f...ows-8.html

[Buzz]

Ditch IE, it's a bloated piece of crap and always has been. Use Google Chrome, you'll be amazed at how much faster it is.  With it you can use things like Ad Blocker, I've not seen an advert on Youtube for years.

[mickvp]

My advice would have been to change browser to Firefox or chrome as well, but the OP did state he was not interested in changing browser.

[BBROWN1664]

:agree

I use Firefox for when IE fails to work properly.

[Buzz]

but the OP did state he was not interested in changing browser.

Oh I know...it's just that changing to Chrome would be a much easier fix that sorting out the scourge that is IE.  People have to be told!!!  :lol

[BBROWN1664]

Not changing. Adding. I only use FF when IE doesn't work for a particular website.

[fazersharp]

:agree

I use Firefox for when IE fails to work properly.

Yep me too, im stuck with the older ie with xp and the problem i think is that more and more websites are moving on and ie is too old to cope and so resort to FF the reason its not my default is I carnt be arsed to learn new stuff,

[maddog04]

sorry fellas only just got back in from work
maybe Chrome is the way to go but needs her indoors to sanction it....................its her pooter after all :lol
thanks for all the advice peeps

[fazersharp]

I dont like chrome because google wants you to use all google stuff and pass words and link this and that and log in and stuff  but firefox only does browsers