Secrets of Browsing the Internet with Microsoft Edge

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Controlling Digital Footprints

Controlling your digital footprint is essential for maintaining online privacy. Here are some ways to do it:

  • When browsing, use InPrivate mode to prevent Edge from saving your browsing history. You can open the InPrivate window by pressing Ctrl+Shift+N.
  • In Edge settings, you can control website permissions, such as access to location, camera, and microphone. This helps reduce the digital footprint left behind while browsing.
  • In addition to your browsing history, be sure to periodically delete cookies and other site data that can track your online activity.

Dealing with Annoying Ads

Adblock Plus is one of the most popular extensions for blocking ads in browsers, including Microsoft Edge. Here are the steps to install it:

  1. Run the Edge browser on your device.
  2. Click on the three-dot icon in the top right corner and select Extensions. Then, click on Get Extensions from Microsoft Store.
  3. On the add-ons page, type “Adblock Plus” in the search field.
  4. Find Adblock Plus in the search results and click Get to install it. Follow the prompts to complete the installation.
  5. Once installed, make sure the extension is active by checking its settings in the Extensions menu.

Strategies for Cleaning Web Pages from Ads

After installing Adblock Plus, you can use several strategies to ensure your web pages are clean of ads:

  • Go to the Adblock Plus settings and enable the option to block all ads, including ads that are not automatically detected.
  • You can add custom block lists for specific ad types or sites that are still showing ads even though they’re already using Adblock Plus.
  • If you find ads that are still appearing, use the reporting feature in Adblock Plus to help improve the effectiveness of your blocking.

A Cleaner Browsing Experience

By using Adblock Plus and applying the above strategies, you will experience a cleaner and more comfortable browsing experience. Here are some of the benefits of using an ad blocker:

  • Without heavy ads, web pages will load faster, thus improving your browsing efficiency.
  • By removing distractions from ads, you can focus more on relevant content and the information you’re looking for.
  • Many ads contain malware or malicious links. By blocking ads, you also reduce your risk of being exposed to cyberattacks.

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