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Question

How can i get a pop up blocker for free on my computer, it says i have malware/spyware? What is this and how can i fix it?

Answer 1

A popup blocker might only mask a real problem.

You should have an anti-spyware solution on your computer. I recommend that you go to http://www.download.com and get AD-AWARE and SpyBot Search & Destory. Install, run, update and scan your computer with both programs.

These are cleanup tools. Ad-aware cleans files, and SpyBot cleans the registry

Good luck and Happy Computing!

Answer 2

If you are using IE you already have a pop up blocker. Click on Tools and turn it on.

Now that will not clean up your computer. To do that you should run the following programs

Update and run your Anti-Virus program. Don't have one? You can run a free online scan from CA.

http://www3.ca.com/securityadvisor/virusinfo/scan.aspx


Download, update and run Spybot---http://www.safer-networking.org/ . Don't forget to use the Immunize feature.


Download, update and run Adaware---http://www.lavasoftusa.com/software/adaware/products/select_your_product.php


Download SpywareBlaster---http://majorgeeks.com/download2859.html

SpywareBlaster doesn't scan and clean for spyware - it prevents it from ever being installed.

It's main features include:
- Prevent the installation of ActiveX-based spyware, adware, browser hijackers, dialers, and other potentially unwanted pests.
- Block spyware/tracking cookies in Internet Explorer and Mozilla/Firefox.
- Restrict the actions of potentially dangerous sites in Internet Explorer.

Answer 3

http://securityticker.blogspot.com/2006/12/malwarewiped-new-rogue-program.html
http://pl.mcafee.com/virusInfo/default.asp?id=description&virus_k=139987

(1) If you have not already scanned your comp with spybot do that now .Update it and then run it so it gets rid of all the spyware and trojans in safe mode
(2) Do an online virus scan to check if you still have any other viruses in your computer. And let us know if the online virus scan still finds any virus or spyware .
(3) Get you self a good antivirus or a free one if your present anti virus is not protecting you .

If you still have problems you will need expert Spyware, Popup, and Hijacker removal assistance, do not hesitate to
visit the HijackThis Logs and Analysis forum.
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/index.php?showforum=22

Answer 4

download Internet Explorer 7 from here:

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/detai...

Once that is loaded, it has a built in pop-up blocker that you can just turn on by doing:

tools/Pop-up Blocker/Turn on pop-up blocker.

Answer 5

first of all download fire fox web browser, it is the safest on the market...

install it and set it up to delete cookies, history, and private data, it stops all pop up's and has a fire wall to

click on the link below