And with Google planning on banning those fake download buttons, it might alleviate the need for an adblocker. I feel bad installing adblockers on others' computers, but it's helpful for the virus-prone.
Adblockers are a necessity to bring a computer up to the minimum level of security your friends and family need. There is so much malware being served through ads nowadays I wouldn't use any computer and try not to use a phone without adblockers in place
Android phone users may find it useful to know that Firefox for Android works great with uBlock Origin. No more app store popups, audio ads, or sucking down your mobile data.
It's very useful, but I try to encourage everyone I can to root and install a system level adblocker. Not feasible for 100% of people but the more the better.
That article strangely claims it's not Forbes' fault if their pages serve malware. Of course it's their fault and responsibility when they have freely chosen to work with this advertisement provider. Of course they should change the agency, and perhaps claim damages, but one can't transfer the responsibility on third parties.
