What to Do When a Website Won't Load
No matter how many cute characters that browsers plaster over their error pages, a web page going down is still a source of frustration. If you're trying to visit your favorite site only to be greeted by "This site can't be reached," "The connection has timed out," or the ever-cryptic 404 error, here are a few things to try. Check Your Connection (and Other Sites) First, let's get the obvious out of the way: are you connected to the internet? Check the icon in the corner of your screen to see if your computer detects a strong connection. If you're in Airplane Mode or accidentally turned Wi-Fi...