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Q142424: Third-Party Browsers Do Not Automatically Disconnect from MSN

Article: Q142424
Product(s): The Microsoft Network
Version(s): WINDOWS:1.05,1.2,1.3
Operating System(s): 
Keyword(s): 
Last Modified: 12-OCT-1999

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The information in this article applies to:

- The Microsoft Network versions 1.05, 1.2, 1.3 
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SUMMARY
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If you are using an Internet browser other than Microsoft Internet Explorer with
MSN, The Microsoft Network, you are not prompted to disconnect from MSN when you
exit the browser.

MORE INFORMATION
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When you close Internet Explorer, you are asked if you want to disconnect from
MSN. If you are using another browser, you do not receive this prompt and remain
connected until the automatic disconnect time is reached, unless you manually
disconnect. To disconnect, use the right mouse button to click the MSN icon on
the taskbar, and then click Sign Out.

Additional query words: msn web

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Keywords          :  
Technology        : kbMSNSearch kbMSN130 kbMSN105 kbMSN120
Version           : WINDOWS:1.05,1.2,1.3

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