when it pops up just says cannot connect
2006-12-27 02:19:46 · 3 answers · asked by thomas b 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Internet
It sounds like a malware infection. If these popups happen regardless of where on the net you go, it malware, adware to be specific with some spyware tagging along. Welcome to the net. It's no biggie and happens everyday. Follow these steps:
1st-Make sure to get all Windows updates DLed and installed.
2nd-Go to BitDefender.com for a free virus scan. TrendMicro now charges to clean.
3rd-Download, install, and update Ad-Aware (free). Do a full system scan and delete the crap it finds.
4th-Download, install, and update SpyBot Search & Destroy (free). Do a full system scan and delete the crap it finds.
If you dont have a firewall, GET ONE. ZoneAlarm has a free version.
If you dont have an anti-virus, GET ONE. Both AVG and Avast have a free version but I recommend Nod32. It's the best available and it's not very expensive (about $40 US.) Install, update and do a full system scan at least weekly.
If this doesn't fix the problem, download HiJack This. Go to techsupportforum.com (there are others but this a good, free site) for instructions. DO NOT use HiJack This unless you are extremely knowledgeable about Windows and it's processes. You can seriously Bork your system. Let the pro's direct you.
To keep your system clean do an anti-virus scan at least weekly. Keep the auto-update feature on as well. Also use Ad-Aware and Spybot on a weekly basis.
Good luck and Happy New Year!
As an extra install Mozilla FireFox. It's faster and more secure than IE and it's pop-up blocker actually works. The blocker is under Tools-->Content. Make sure that the pop-up blocker box is checked.
2006-12-27 02:59:28 · answer #1 · answered by BoNe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are using Internet Explorer 6 or 7, use the pop-up blocker feature.
2006-12-27 02:27:35 · answer #2 · answered by Gyle from Valenzuela City, Phil. 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-28 11:21:41 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋