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peter may · 07-31-2005, 10:21 AM

Which are free and spyware free?? NOT including Spybot OR Adaware as i have them already and i still cant get rid of these bleeding popups!!

robyrob · 07-31-2005, 02:50 PM

well, assuming that both your Spybot and AdAware are up-to-date, and that you have tried running both programs in safemode...

first get the VX2 Cleaner add-on for AdAware, it is helpful for removing some of the more virulent strains of spyware.

if you have Windows XP, use Microsoft's free Antispyware program. Remember to run these programs once in normal mode, then reboot into safemode and run them again.

to remove trojans, try the free A² anti-trojan

to get rid of the Coolweb/CS2/VX2 hijacker, use CoolWebShredder

to prevent these programs from getting onto your computer in the first place, use SpywareBlaster and Mikes-Hosts-File - they block known bad sites (like the ones that host those pop-ups)

and to see what is actually going on, use HiJackThis to create a logfile which will reveal any hijackers or spyware that is running on your system. you can post a log at the HijackThis support forums or the Spywareinfo forums for the best help.

everything I have listed here is completely free for non-commercial users, there really is no need to buy antispyware software.

you also need to make sure that you are using a good antivirus and firewall software.

I have tried different pop-up blockers, but find most of them pretty useless - I use firefox and disable pop-ups in the settings, and I have NEVER HAD A SINGLE POP-UP since I started using it.

Brent88 · 07-31-2005, 02:56 PM

Stop looking at porn.

Hollow · 07-31-2005, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Brent88

Stop looking at porn.

huh??

theshark8777 · 07-31-2005, 04:36 PM

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Originally Posted by robyrob

I have tried different pop-up blockers, but find most of them pretty useless - I use firefox and disable pop-ups in the settings, and I have NEVER HAD A SINGLE POP-UP since I started using it.

What about pop unders, I seem to get them frequently, especially on here.

robyrob · 07-31-2005, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by theshark8777

What about pop unders, I seem to get them frequently, especially on here.

same theory applies - the only difference in a pop-under is the command that opens it; you get them in exactly the same way so you would combat them in the same way.

in firefox, if you go to the Tools > Options menu, then click on the Web Features tab. make sure that Block Popup Windows is checked, then click on the "Advanced" button beside Enable Javascript. Under the "Allow scripts to:" uncheck EVERYTHING and click on the OK button and close the options window.

theshark8777 · 07-31-2005, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by robyrob

same theory applies - the only difference in a pop-under is the command that opens it; you get them in exactly the same way so you would combat them in the same way.

in firefox, if you go to the Tools > Options menu, then click on the Web Features tab. make sure that Block Popup Windows is checked, then click on the "Advanced" button beside Enable Javascript. Under the "Allow scripts to:" uncheck EVERYTHING and click on the OK button and close the options window.

Okay I just did that.

theshark8777 · 07-31-2005, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Brent88

Stop looking at porn.

Porn good.

Brent88 · 07-31-2005, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by safety pin

huh??

That's what causes the worst of the spyware, and that's usually the kind Spyware and Adware can't get rid of, which makes it all the more annoying.

Brent88 · 07-31-2005, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by theshark8777

What about pop unders, I seem to get them frequently, especially on here.

What is that???

theshark8777 · 07-31-2005, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Brent88

What is that???

Where the ad pops under the main window you are looking at.

Ohio8 · 07-31-2005, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Brent88

Stop looking at porn.

What an idiotic generalization! They (popups, etc.) happen no matter what yo'ure looking at.

theshark8777 · 07-31-2005, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Ohio8

What an idiotic generalization! They (popups, etc.) happen no matter what yo'ure looking at.

I think that was a joke, lighten up, however that is where a lot of spyware comes from.

Ohio8 · 07-31-2005, 07:45 PM

Try "Popup Manager," which is freeware available at www.snapfiles.com. I have it on my computer and it works. Also put on SpywareGuard.

Brent88 · 07-31-2005, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Ohio8

What an idiotic generalization! They (popups, etc.) happen no matter what yo'ure looking at.

I know...

I hate it too.

Isn't it nice the first hour when your new computer is virus and spyware free?

07-31-2005, 10:21 AM	#1
peter may The SO Limey Senior Member Join Date: Feb 26, 2002 Location: LONDON Posts: 1,883	Who knows of any good spyware and ad popup blockers? Which are free and spyware free?? NOT including Spybot OR Adaware as i have them already and i still cant get rid of these bleeding popups!!

07-31-2005, 02:50 PM	#2
robyrob certified wackball#3 Moderator Forum Icon Join Date: Aug 03, 2003 Location: hiding under the third booth at Arnold's Posts: 58,203	well, assuming that both your Spybot and AdAware are up-to-date, and that you have tried running both programs in safemode... first get the VX2 Cleaner add-on for AdAware, it is helpful for removing some of the more virulent strains of spyware. if you have Windows XP, use Microsoft's free Antispyware program. Remember to run these programs once in normal mode, then reboot into safemode and run them again. to remove trojans, try the free A² anti-trojan to get rid of the Coolweb/CS2/VX2 hijacker, use CoolWebShredder to prevent these programs from getting onto your computer in the first place, use SpywareBlaster and Mikes-Hosts-File - they block known bad sites (like the ones that host those pop-ups) and to see what is actually going on, use HiJackThis to create a logfile which will reveal any hijackers or spyware that is running on your system. you can post a log at the HijackThis support forums or the Spywareinfo forums for the best help. everything I have listed here is completely free for non-commercial users, there really is no need to buy antispyware software. you also need to make sure that you are using a good antivirus and firewall software. I have tried different pop-up blockers, but find most of them pretty useless - I use firefox and disable pop-ups in the settings, and I have NEVER HAD A SINGLE POP-UP since I started using it.
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07-31-2005, 02:56 PM	#3
Brent88 Member Forum Star Join Date: Aug 01, 2003 Location: Alabama Posts: 16,174	Stop looking at porn.
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07-31-2005, 07:45 PM	#14
Ohio8 Member Forum Star Join Date: Jul 29, 2003 Location: Wherever you aren't. Posts: 18,966	Try "Popup Manager," which is freeware available at www.snapfiles.com. I have it on my computer and it works. Also put on SpywareGuard.