I’ve just installed the paid for version of Avast and I am now unable to use Skype or watch any video at all. Any ideas on what simple steps I should take to correct this problem?
Welcome to the forum.
What firewall are you using and is avast! allowed access to the internet in your firewall settings ???
I am using the Home (low risk) option, but I did have the work (high risk) option selected until I noticed the video problem. I switched to low risk with no change in the video problem.
I do not know of a firewall called “home.” Can you check again and let us know what firewall you use? Is it part of Avast Internet Security?
What version of Avast are you using?
I am using the Avast 7 full version of Internet Security. I have the Home (low risk) option selected under the “Firewall” options.
Have you tried re-installing flash player ? http://www.filehippo.com/download_flashplayer_ie/ Choose your version required ( IE, Non IE, 32-64 bit ) in the list at the bottom.
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Have you tried re-installing flash player ? http://www.filehippo.com/download_flashplayer_ie/ Choose your version required ( IE, Non IE, 32-64 bit ) in the list at the bottom.
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I’ll try re installing flash, but keep in mind; video does work on my computer, just not when it’s associated with the web. Thanks for the tip though.
Thanks for all the help guys, the work around Bob provided fixed the problem. 
I’m glad to hear your problem is fixed.