Virus/Spyware/MacBook Adware

I have a Macbook Pro. I had my brother borrow computer and when I got back, I have several different things that make me believe that he has caught a virus. When I go on some websites, open a new tab and either be a flash or downloader mac download download or redirect me to several other sites.

Also, if other popups for sale on ebay, amazon, or walmart appear.

Finally it doesn't let me go to specific sites and block download.com, google.com and much more. It usually still allows me to facebook or gmail.

I am very good with computers, but don't know how to remove the Macs. What are the best options. I really don't want to reinstall.

Thanks for the tips!

Rest assured that there is no Mac viruses in the wild. What you may be experiencing is just adware/malware, which can not do damage, unless you meet their ties or recall their phone numbers.

Quit the Apple Safari > force quit menu. Relaunch Safari since the Dock icon while holding the SHIFT key.

This reading can also be useful.

Guide of Mac Malware: How can I protect myself?  http://www.thesafemac.com/MMG-defense/

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