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Tool for controlling which ad types you see

Tool for controlling which ad types you see

Vote: (15 votes)

Program license: Trial version

Developer: Adblockpro

Version: 3.4

Works under: Windows

Also available for Mac

Vote:

Program license

(15 votes)

Trial version

Developer

Version

Adblockpro

3.4

Works under:

Also available for

Windows

Mac

AdBlock is a software application designed to block all ads in a browser. The software product is designed to be more stringent in its blocking of ads than is possible through pre-packaged products that come pre-installed on personal computers, notebooks and tablets.

The Pros of AdBlock

  • One of the primary positive elements associated with AdBlock is the comprehensive nature of the product. Not only is AdBlock capable of blocking pop-up ads, which definitely are nuisances, the application works to block other types of ads that can appear in a browser as well. AdBlock blocks banner and video ads as well. In addition, it is designed to block ads that can be found or associated with social media, including Facebook.
  • Another of the positive elements associated with AdBlock is that it works with all of the main web browsers being used today. This level of compatibility provides a consumer with a great deal of flexibility.
  • AdBlock is a customizable product. The makers of AdBlock understand that the browsing needs vary from one individual to the next. Indeed, some people have an interest in receiving some types of advertising when online. The software permits the ability to make adjustments on what ads will and will not appear when online.

The Cons of Adblock

  • Although online updates are available for AdBlock, they are not as frequent in coming as some people may find necessary or useful. With that said, the timing of AdBlock updates does not impact the overall functionality of the software application.
  • Occasionally, users of AdBlock have complained that the application is something of a memory hog. Therefore, when a person considers the use of AdBlock, attention must be paid to the memory capacity of a computer, notebook or tablet.

Summary

Overall, AdBlock proves to be an effective ad blocker for a wide swath of people who want to limit or even eliminate interference by pop-up ads and other types of advertisements when surfing the Internet. Since it is a free product, a person can readily give it a proverbial "test drive" without making any type of financial investment.