[x5dr]

I use AdShield but on this site and one other I have started getting popups...Porn ads on this site. In XP, what would I need to do to add them to a host file?

 

[GreyBoy]

I'm using This Guy's hosts file, and so far, it has blocked all popups, Gator and the like included. I had to delete a few lines to unblock a couple sites, but no biggie to do.
It will slow down your surfing just a tad, but is worth the peace of mind to me. The biggest thing for me was, IT GETS RID OF GATOR CRAP popping up when you least expect it !!

 

[johnwill]

I don't have any blocking entries in my HOSTS file, and I haven't seen any of these pop-ups in years. Of course, I do have a firewall installed.

 

[breakerfall]

x5dr,

I use "SMASHER". Very good program, never a popup.
http://www.popupstop.com/index.htm

 

[Kalmah]

the popup blocker built into the google toolbar works great also.

 

[x5dr]

Hopefully I got it blocked but I am embarrassed for recommending this site to some young people (pre/early teens).

 

[Ghrrom]

It's probably not the site itself that is slinging those nasty popups at you, rather a third party program that has tagged along on a download and you installed. They exist, and I end up spending more time getting rid of them for the JFC down here than I should have to. Check your programs folder for any unknowns, if you find any, investigate and delete. Keeps disk space open for whatever, and keeps your computer running smooth.

Ghrrom

 

[x5dr]

another tech site I visit has/had the same problem...a lesbian ad. ...They must know tech people are lonely.