how do I block these ads that have started popping up recently
In the last couple of days, I have noticed these ads popping up at the bottom of my screen, it slides to the right. Then I get a huge ad in the middle of my screen. Then I click inside a box while I am on a website and a whole new window open behind firefox which is an ad as well. I could have upwards of 20-30 open at a time. When I click inside a box, getting my mouse in place adn left click it opens the window.
In addition, when I am on a website with writing, there may be a few words randomly highlighted in blue which if you hover over it there is an ad.
How do I get rid of this? It is sooooooo frustrating. I checked my ad blocker is on and up to date.
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use this addon: Adblock Plus
Sometimes a problem with Firefox may be a result of malware installed on your computer, that you may not be aware of.
You can try these free programs to scan for malware, which work with your existing antivirus software:
- Microsoft Safety Scanner
- MalwareBytes' Anti-Malware
- TDSSKiller - AntiRootkit Utility
- Hitman Pro
- ESET Online Scanner
Microsoft Security Essentials is a good permanent antivirus for Windows 7/Vista/XP if you don't already have one.
Further information can be found in the Troubleshoot Firefox issues caused by malware article.
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