Ok, I spoke too soon as it seems. It now doesn't switch to these extra windows (so it's a plus), but it still opens then in new tabs.

>>Hi Michel,
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>>When I click on a message, it opens a new window with it. What should I adjust to open the message in the main UT message area? Using IE7.
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>>Thanks in advance.
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>Look under Tools/Internet Options/Tabs. You can control how popups and links open.