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Blocking pop-up windows simple solution
If you're not ready to install new software, you can still beat pop-up advertising with a simple tweak to your web browser's preferences. Pop-up windows are triggered by computer scripts embedded in the web page code; by disabling these scripts from running, you can keep your browser from displaying the advertisements.
The drawback, of course, is that many web sites use scripts for less offensive purposes than pop-up advertisements. Disabling scripts will hamper your ability to view or use some web sites correctly. If you find you are having trouble with an online tool or game, you can always turn scripting back on.
To disable scripts in Internet Explorer for Windows:
Select "Tools > Internet Options" from the menu bar.
Choose the "Security" tab, and click the "Custom Level" button.
Scroll down until you see "Active Scripting" and select the "Disable" radio button.
Click "OK" twice.
To disable scripts in Internet Explorer for Apple Macintosh:
Select "Edit > Preferences" from the menu bar.
On the left menu, click on "Web Content."
Under "Active Content" on the right, uncheck the box next to "Enable scripting."
Click "OK."
To disable scripts in Netscape Navigator for Windows and Macintosh:
Select "Edit > Preferences" from the menu bar.
On the left menu, click on "Advanced."
On the right, uncheck the box marked "Enable JavaScript."
Click "OK."
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