Why does Firefox open a window for Media Extractor by Technologytogo.com when I haven't clicked on a link?
When using Twitch to watch videos a new tab will suddenly open to the address
http://technologyto.com/extractor.html?version=0.7.6&type=upgrade&p=0.7.5
Does Mozilla know this is happening or is this some kind of virus?
Réiteach roghnaithe
Thank you Fred MCD,
I found the extension in add ons, so that's all ok.
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Separate Security Issue: Update your Flash Player or remove it using these links; http://helpx.adobe.com/flash-player/kb/uninstall-flash-player-windows.html Uninstall Flash Player | Windows http://helpx.adobe.com/flash-player/kb/uninstall-flash-player-mac-os.html Uninstall Flash Player | Mac
Note: Windows users should download the ActiveX for Internet Explorer. and the plugin for Plugin-based browsers (like Firefox).
Note: Windows 8 and Windows 10 have built-in flash players and Adobe will cause a conflict. Install the plugin only. Not the ActiveX.
Flash Player Version: Version 30.0.0.154
https://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/ Direct link scans current system and browser Note: Other software is offered in the download. <Windows Only>
https://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/otherversions/ Step 1: Select Operating System Step 2: Select A Version (Firefox, Win IE . . . .) Note: Other software is offered in the download. <Windows Only> +++++++++++++++++++ See if there are updates for your graphics drivers https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/upgrade-graphics-drivers-use-hardware-acceleration
Check your add-ons. Is one of them Media Extractor :: TechnologyTo.com
Start Firefox in Safe Mode {web link} by holding down the <Shift> (Mac=Options) key, and then starting Firefox.
A small dialog should appear. Click Start In Safe Mode (not Refresh). Is the problem still there?
Réiteach Roghnaithe
Thank you Fred MCD,
I found the extension in add ons, so that's all ok.