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I think i have virus. Everytime I click on something whether it's on Google or opening an Email etc.. I get a pop up ad appear in another tab. I have tried everything to stop this increasing the pop up blockers and other things it still happens

Everytime I click on something whether it's on Google or opening an Email etc.. I get a pop up ad appear in another tab. I have tried everything to stop this increasing the pop up blockers and other things it still happens. I don't know what i can do to fix this?!

Posted on Feb 17, 2015 5:31 AM

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Feb 17, 2015 5:32 AM in response to PSmithy93

Please review the options below to determine which method is best to remove the Adware installed on your computer.


The Easy, safe, effective method:

http://www.adwaremedic.com/index.php


If you are comfortable doing manual file removals use the somewhat more difficult method:

http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT203987


Also read the articles below to be more prepared for the next time there is an issue on your computer.

https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-7471

https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-8071

http://www.thesafemac.com/tech-support-scam-pop-ups/

Feb 17, 2015 8:05 AM in response to PSmithy93

PSmithy93 wrote:


I have already downloaded the adwaremedic and it hasn't resolved the issue???


In that case, it's either not caused by adware, or it's caused by adware that I'm not currently aware of. Either way, there are some further steps to try here:


http://www.adwaremedic.com/kb/unsolved.php


(Fair disclosure: I may receive compensation from links to my sites, TheSafeMac.com and AdwareMedic.com.)

I think i have virus. Everytime I click on something whether it's on Google or opening an Email etc.. I get a pop up ad appear in another tab. I have tried everything to stop this increasing the pop up blockers and other things it still happens

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