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Why is my computer’s browser redirecting to unknown websites?

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  1. Check your browser settings

    Check your browser’s default homepage, search engine providers, and homepage overrides (if any). Ensure these settings are set as they should be.

  2. Check your browser extensions

    Confirm that all of your browser’s extensions have been installed by you, and that none of them are out of date (or malicious software).

  3. Check your router settings

    Check router’s settings, and ensure that no-one else has accessed your router and changed its settings.

  4. Check your internet security settings

    Ensure your anti-virus and firewall programs are up-to-date and functioning properly.

  5. Run a malware scan

    Run a malware scan (preferably with an up-to-date malware removal program).

  6. Reset your browser

    Reset your browser settings to the default configuration (including homepage, search engine provider, etc.).

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