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It took him a while to work it out....:D

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Plus Zee had to locate the thread in archives so probably knew it was an old thread.;)

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probably came from a google search, however when doing this, i always check the date first ;)

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I expect this is the same as opendns redirect system that is used for failed lookups. So anyone not using VM's dns servers wouldnt be affected anyway.

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Doesn't matter he got the help he needed.;)

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Note You will need to opt out again if you replace your modem, will apply to all computers on your internet connection.

To opt out go to:
https://my.virginmedia.com/advancederrorsearch/settings

I have just got a new modem from NTL / Virgin Media

I forgot all about NTL's url hijacking. :mad:

Re: Virgin Media Hijack customers browser search options
 

Way to resurrect a dead thread :rolleyes:

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I check mine once a month to to make sure i have not been opted back in :tu:

Its good to remind users about the ability to turn it off. To be honest it should be an OPT IN service instead of a OPT OUT service because it makes money for the supplier.

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Nothing wrong with that provided you have something new to add..besides pointing out it's an old thread.;)

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I was unaware of this until the thread was reopened. I checked and it seems that I am opted out. How often should one check? Presumably I'll be redirected to an ad laden page if it changes?

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I think that is a good idea.

Yes it should be an OPT IN service, and yes it is good to remind users about the ability to turn it off.

See link above to opt out of NTL / Virgin Media's hijacking.

I now have the link Bookmarked.

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If you don't use VM DNS you never come across this problem anyway :)

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Agreed.

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opendns do the same.

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Was that always the case? I remember using it years ago, but I can't remember them ever throwing up a search page, at least, not until recently.

Personally, I use Google's DNS IP's (8.8.8.8/8.8.4.4)