Thanks to everyone who tried to assist with the problem I described earlier in the month [see below], the problem turned out to be Norton Firewall. Turning off the "Privacy" allowed the file to download. However, I am turning the "Privacy" back on after each download.



I have an interesting but perplexing problem.
When I try to download from one particular WEB site I GET their notice “You have tried to access the download page directly OR your internet browser will not allow you to view this page.” The company has advised that I lower my security settings, which are at medium. I have tried LOWERING but get the same response.

I do not have this problem with any other DOWNLOADS.

I am using XP with SP2 and Internet Explorer with SP2. Also using Norton firewall, Pest Control, and Spy SweeperTry another download site.....maybe server error!Does the problem still occur when you disable the firewall for a brief moment whilst accessing the server?No.I do not know how the Norton firewall works, but you may need to ADD the website to a trusted website list. If such a thing even exists in Norton Firewall.