Re: IE 8 problem while using google groups

"J A" <> wrote in message
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> I'm using win xp and IE 8.
>
> When I use google groups in IE 8 a problem occurs.
>
> When I reply to a post, and have the reply box open for typing, IE 8
> cyclically starts running up the CPU usage to near 100 pct, then
> abates to zero, then cycles the CPU usage back up, repeatedly. While
> I'm typing, nothing shows up while the CPU is being hogged, then it
> all the typing appears at once.
>
> What's doing this and how do I stop it?
>
> Thanks

Try running IE in 'no add-ons' mode and see if it still happens.