You didn't offend me, (I am used to it, you should see PMs that I get), I know you are one of the few who help in the forum and have stayed with VM, I thank you for it.
The only time I use IE is when I want to check for Windows update, that is why this error skipped, we need more testers with different systems.
The fix posted has worked for me, if it hasn't for you or others maybe it is due to IE add-ons, try it on a different system or send me access info and I will try it.
If all fails and we don't come up with a fix for this issue which is highly likely because I/we don't get the error than maybe help of outsider might be needed.