I keep getting an internet explorer that pop ups when im not on the internet
heres the site that pops up http://syncto.adscadrive.com
2007-09-03 07:37:16 · 5 answers · asked by tiger 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
you might have some spyware so do a full scan if u dont have any spyware scanners you can get these ad-aware and spybot both free and good. and also dont use IE browser use firefox. it is much better then IE. That should take care of your pop-ups. hope this helps gl
2007-09-03 08:21:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably you have some spyware on your system. You can get rid of it using free programs such as:
1) SuperAntiSpyware
2) Microsoft Windows Defender (if you use Vista you already have this)
3) Spybot
If I were you I'd also install a free antivirus software (even temporarily) and scan your system. Google for AOL antivirus or AVG Free
2007-09-03 07:46:36 · answer #2 · answered by Evan M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1. Switch to mozilla firebox as your default browser. That blocks 90% popups
2. Download spyware terminator with clam antivirus for free. Do a full virus and spyware scan.
That should take care of the problem.
2007-09-03 07:49:49 · answer #3 · answered by Terry C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have spyware on your computer. Ad-Aware and Spybot S&D are the industry standard tools for removing spyware from a system. Both are free for personal use.
2007-09-03 07:47:33 · answer #4 · answered by Cube Dweller 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are not surfing the internet, but still connected, then you might be getting them through the "Messenger Service". You can disable this by going to the Control Panel, selecting Administrative Tools, clicking "Services", double-clicking "Messenger", and selecting "Disabled" in the drop-down box.
Better instructions (with pictures):
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/security/learnmore/stopspam.mspx
2007-09-03 07:44:43 · answer #5 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋