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Greyhound Mom 03-03-2011 06:31 PM

I have it also. I run 3 spywares weekly and I still have it - only on this board

cinnya 03-03-2011 06:47 PM


Originally Posted by ptquilts
try using Firefox with AdBlocker Plus. All free and I never get popups or banner ads on this site.

That 's what I use, never have a problem with ads.

Brynn 03-03-2011 06:54 PM

To get rid of AdAware, you should do a combination of MalwareBytes (which has been suggested before, so woo!), and also Spybot. Spybot will find the malware and the adwares, and if it can't delete them it will at least give you the name so you can look up other methods. It also allows you to immunize your browsers by blocking those pesky bugs before they get a chance to infect your computer, which is a lifesaver!

p38flygirl 03-03-2011 07:41 PM

I don't get it...thank goodness

quilter711 03-03-2011 07:48 PM

I changed yesterday from IE to Firefox. No pop up! Should I still download a malware program and do a scan? Does seem strange that we all seem to be in one general area - New England and used IE.

Quilter711

dixiebelle162002 03-03-2011 08:00 PM

So far I don't have any of these problems.

vschieve 03-03-2011 08:05 PM

Have never seen it. Are you all using Windows? I have a Mac and usually do internet on the Mac operating system, Snow Leopard, but have dual processor so I have Windows XP installed also. Since that is a MicroSoft product, I run a program called Security Essentials or "something" Essentials. Never have seen it on the Windows side either. My Pfaff embroidery machine won't talk with a Mac, so I have to have Windows in order to download designs. I know, way off subject, but no I have not seen this pop up.

galvestonangel 03-03-2011 08:34 PM

I've never had it. Isn't there something on your computer that you can turn the pop ups off? I know sometimes I have to turn my on to get certain things.

snicktrain 03-03-2011 08:47 PM


Originally Posted by quilter711
I have McAfee. Does anyone know if this protects you against Adware? My subscription is active and up to date. I have done a full scan of my system. Still have it!

Quilter711

We switched to AVG. We don't get it anymore. (Knock on wood)

Bonbonary 03-03-2011 09:27 PM

I have never seen any pop ups on this site.


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