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Pop-up Blocker

/ˈpɒp ʌp ˈblɒkər/noun
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A pop-up blocker is a software feature in web browsers that automatically prevents unwanted pop-up windows from loading, helping users maintain a smoother and safer browsing experience. Beyond just blocking annoying ads, it now plays a key role in defending against phishing and malware, adapting to the evolving threats of the digital world.

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The pop-up ad, which pop-up blockers combat, was invented by Ethan Zuckerman in 1997 while at Tripod.com as a way to separate ads from content, but it quickly spiraled into a web nuisance; in 2014, Zuckerman publicly apologized for his creation, estimating that it had degraded online experiences for billions of users worldwide.

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