Browse Like a Boss : Adblocking Plug-ins

One of the perks of being an “old head” when it comes to the internet is that we know the common swindles of internet advertising. We’re so used to seeing them, our brain doesn’t even recognize them anymore.

We ignore what’s on the far right side or top of the screen!

We automatically start clicking the “Skip this add” button before it even appears!

We mute any automatically playing videos or music (and shake our fists in the air when that happens)!

Not everyone is equipped with this special talent, however there is a way to significantly cut back on the web advertising that is presented to you.

Introducing : Ad blocking software!

Ad blocking software works by stripping out common ad scripts from the web page you’re viewing.

Instead of seeing this :


You’ll see this :


Depending on your browser, there are several solutions that can work for you.

Adblock Plus – For Firefox and Chrome 

  • Block all ads automatically, no distractions
  • Browse faster and safer
  • Works in the background
  • Free!

 

Simple Adblock – For Internet Explorer 

  • Works with IE7, IE8, IE9
  • Select a country and go
  • Free!

 

An ad free experience is certainly a preference, but if you don’t like being bombarded by companies trying to sell you things, it’s certainly a good way to go.