Java Plug-in Leaves Browser Processes and NTVDMs Running After Closing the Browser (260256)
The information in this article applies to:
- Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0, when used with:
- Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0, when used with:
This article was previously published under Q260256 SYMPTOMS
Programs such as Netscape Navigator, Microsoft Internet Explorer 5, and RealPlayer, as well as 16-bit programs running NT Virtual DOS Machine (NTVDM), may continue to use process resources after you close the programs. You must then use Task Manager to quit the process; otherwise, the operating system memory eventually runs out of resources and you need to restart the computer.
CAUSE
This behavior can occur because Java Plug-in version 1.2.1 leaves orphaned browser processes open after the browser is closed. This behavior does not seem to occur when you browse Web sites or applets that do not use the Java plug-in.
RESOLUTION
To resolve this issue, download and install Java Plug-in 1.2.2 from the following Web site:
MORE INFORMATIONThe third-party products that are discussed in this article are manufactured by companies that are independent of Microsoft. Microsoft makes no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding the performance or reliability of these products.
| Modification Type: | Major | Last Reviewed: | 6/6/2003 |
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| Keywords: | kb3rdparty kbprb KB260256 |
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