Pop ups
"Pop ups" can be described as internet browser windows, that "pop up" without your specific permission. They may be advertisements trying to either sell you something, or get you to type in information, such as your email address or post code. They can be very annoying.
Websites who use these, may get paid for every popup they deliver to their sites visitors.
"Floating Ads"
Floating ads are very similar to pop-ups in that they appear over
the page you're trying to read, but they are triggered by more
advanced mechanisms. Usually special code embedded in the webpage
you are viewing, these appear more graphical in nature and can
hover or zoom around your screen.
Once youv'e identified the popups that plague you as originating from web sites, there are several options available to get rid of them.
Update your Internet Explorer Browser
If you are using Windows XP, go to
WindowsUpdate and make sure your computer is up to date. The
most recent updates include better pop-up protection so this can
help you fight them off.
Add a toolbar
Many toolbars are riddled with spyware and will actually worsen
the problem. If you have extra toolbars, they may be the source of
your pop-ups and you should scan your computer for spyware. There
are however, a few toolbars that are safe to use and help block
those wretched popups. Those are: