| Although they're not dangerous, pop-up ads are extremely annoying. Fortunately, the latest version of Internet Explorer contains a pop-up blocker that effectively keeps those annoying ads from popping up while you're surfing the Web. - In Internet Explorer, pull down the Tools menu and select Internet Options.
- Click the Privacy tab.
- Check the Block Pop-ups option.
- Click OK.
| CAUTIONDon't Go Phishing Another potential problem is that of online identity theft, which can happen if you respond to "phishing" emails\u-4064\'3fmessages mocked up to look like legitimate notices from your bank or other institution. When you click a link to update your personal information, you're taken to a phony website and your info is stolen. Avoid the problem by never clicking links in email messages! |
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