Mac won't load web pages but is connected to internet

[JenniB]

I have Mac OS X 10.6.8 desktop. My internet pages won't load. The blue progress bar in the address line loads about 20% then stops. I am, however, able to check my email. Suggestions?

 

[simsaladimbamba]

What browser do you use and have you tried another browser yet? Tried resetting the browser and does it also happen in another, even temporarily created, user account?

 

[CalebLevArn]

#1 Restart your modem/router.

#2 Make sure the firmare on your modem/router is updated to the latest version.

#3 Change your DNS settings on your mac or router to 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4

 

[JenniB]

Solution found

Tried all the above..browser is Safari. Created a test user and it opened Safari just fine. Had to go to Finder move Safari from Utilities folder to desktop and it opened fine. Once that folder was trashed a new folder appeared in the Utilities box and all is operating well at this point! Thank you!!