The code typically used to open up these extra browser windows is Java, usually an open command of some sort in either the initial page requested or embedded in a banner or other script. Since it's Java, it can be disabled, but you will disable it for all pages, including legit pop-ups.
There are programs you can find in places like tucows that will capture and block pop-ups. There are settings in some firewall programs like Norton Personal Firewall and AtGuard (NPFs predecessor) that can block certain sites and/or certain Java commands. You could write to the webmaster of the site to complain about the pop-ups, but few will respond, let alone address your concern. Still, if enough surfers complain and refuse to click through to a pop-up ad, maybe the site owners will reconsider selling pop-up space. Good luck, LT ----- Original Message ----- From: "J Funk" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Thursday, March 14, 2002 10:33 AM Subject: Browserettes > Hello All, > > I've noticed that some of my staple sites (imdb, anywho, mapquest...) have > started doing that thing with "spawning" multiple browsers, which, politely > put, I do find to be quite bothersome. I'm sure there are security issues > associated with this also. > > I believe I have read that there are solutions to stop this from happening; > can anyone offer advice on this for me? Also any explanations of what code > causes this would be appreciated. > > Thanks, > > Mr J Funk > > _________________________________________________________________ > MSN Photos is the easiest way to share and print your photos: > http://photos.msn.com/support/worldwide.aspx
