Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around issues with pop-ups in Firefox, specifically concerning the presence of spyware or viruses. Participants share their experiences and seek assistance regarding the problem, which appears to be related to recent downloads and potential malware infections.
Discussion Character
- Technical explanation, Debate/contested, Problem-solving
Main Points Raised
- One participant reports experiencing an unusual number of pop-ups in Firefox and mentions finding approximately 130 objects during an anti-spyware scan.
- Another participant suggests that the issue may stem from downloading a program that inadvertently installed malware on the user's computer.
- A third participant reiterates the possibility that the user downloaded something that caused the problem, wishing them luck in resolving the issue.
- A later reply claims to have resolved the issue by identifying a Trojan horse on their computer, attributing the problem to a download and expressing frustration with certain software sources.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally agree that the pop-up issue is likely related to recent downloads and potential malware, but there is no consensus on the specific cause or solution, as experiences and interpretations vary.
Contextual Notes
Limitations include the lack of detailed information on the specific spyware or viruses involved, as well as the absence of a thorough analysis of the downloaded programs that may have led to the issue.
. I never had this many pop-ups before. I did a anti-spyware search and found about 130 objects. I'am currently doing an avast through scan.