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can't access webpages on mac

Hi i was wondering if someone can help me.


I can't access most webpages. i can go onto google but when i double click a link it won't let me access it.

Posted on Jul 12, 2014 12:27 PM

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Jul 12, 2014 12:36 PM in response to Andrew1501Causer

Go step by step and test.


1. Power cycle

Power off the router. Unplug it from the wall. Wait a while.

Plug it back to the wall. Power the router on. Wait until all the lights are lit properly.

It will take a while.

Restart the computer.


Start up in Safe Mode

http://support.apple.com/kb/PH11212



2 Empty Caches


Safari > Preference > Advanced

Checkmark the box for "Show Develop menu in menu bar".

Develop menu will appear in the Safari menu bar.

Click Develop and select "Empty Caches" from the dropdown.


3. Reset Safari.


Click Safari in the menu bar.

From the drop down select "Reset Safari".

Click "Reset".


4. Safari > Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and all other website data:


Press “Remove All Website Data” button


5. Turn off Extensions if any, and launch Safari.

Safari > Preferences > Extensions



6. Deselect Proxies if selected.


System Preference > Network > Advanced > Proxies Tab

Under "Select Protocol", uncheck any box if selected.

Click "OK" then "Apply"


7. Check for Adware.


http://www.thesafemac.com/arg/

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