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click on a link and two websites open or e-mail dosn't load????

Paul.RScottsr
Paul.RScottsr
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why is this and when I load yahoo mail won't load hit a link and bunch of BS ad websites open WTF???

why is this and when I load yahoo mail won't load hit a link and bunch of BS ad websites open WTF???

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jscher2000 - Support Volunteer
jscher2000 - Support Volunteer
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In case one of your extensions is involved, could you test the links and your email in Firefox's Safe Mode? That's a standard diagnostic tool to deactivate extensions and some advanced features of Firefox. More info: Diagnose Firefox issues using Troubleshoot Mode.

You can restart Firefox in Safe Mode using either:

  • "3-bar" menu button > "?" button > Restart with Add-ons Disabled
  • Help menu > Restart with Add-ons Disabled

Not all add-ons are disabled: Flash and other plugins still run

After Firefox shuts down, a small dialog should appear. Click "Start in Safe Mode" (not Reset).

Any difference?