How to Block Pop Ups on Windows 8

Blocking Pop-ups on Internet Explorer 10

1. 
   Open the Internet Explorer. You can find the icon to this browser either on the desktop or on the taskbar. Just double-click on it so you can open it.
2. 
   Look for the 'Settings' button. This should be on the top-right side of the window; it looks like a gear. Click on it to reveal a drop-down menu.
3. 
   Click on 'Internet Options.' This option is near the bottom of the box.

   1. If the option cannot be clicked, you may have to minimize the window.
   2. A window will pop up, and it will have different tabs to help manage Internet Explorer.
4. 
   Click on Privacy tab that is located at the top of the window.
5. 
   Click on the check box next to 'Pop-up Blocker.' This will turn on the pop-up blocker for your Internet Explorer.

   1. If you want to allow some sites to pop up, you can go to the 'Settings' button beside the check box of the pop-up blocker and configure it from there.