No the computer does not freeze up it just closes internet exployer.
Sorry I should have said it when I am saving photos from the net.
OK--a couple of things to consider:
-Using Firefox for the web browser--but retain WinExplorer for the file browsing (don't surf the net with it). By doing that, we can see if it's simply the browser or something else on the system.
Firefox can be downloaded for free at http://www.mozilla.com/firefox
-If you can, consider putting the pics on removable media (e.g. CD-RW, USB stick; or external hard drive).