I went to control panel, all control item, program and features, windows live essentials 2011

I selected to repair.  It says I lost my internet connection. I tried this 4 times. I did not lose internet I have full bars and are connected directly into my router.

This error just occurred today.

I have cox.net as my outgoing mail.

I can not send emails out.  I have spent 2 hours with cox to make sure all settings are correct to connect to their server.

Any advise on how to over come this problem.

JoAnne