uBlock Origin for Google Chrome is an excellent annoying Internet ad blocker that works with the Google Chrome browser. It acts as an alternative to popular extensions (such as Ad Block), but in contrast to them consumes a minimum amount of system resources with a large number of running filters. At the same time, the utility is just as efficient as it is functional: it supports filters from third-party developers, you can block certain elements on the page, you can create a "white list" for certain sites and much more.
The developers have stated that, unlike alternative applications, they do not charge advertisers for putting their ads on the exclusion list and are not going to do this in the future. The tests showed uBlock Origin to be positive: all intrusive banners were blocked while the performance of the computer and the Chrome browser itself remained at the same level.
Filters in uBlock Origin
The app can not only block ads, but also read and create filters from host files. The following filters come as a standard package and are immediately activated:
- Malicious domains;
- EasyList;
- EasyPrivacy;
- Peter Law's list of ad servers.
Of the additional filters to choose from in uBlock Origin are available:
- Spam 404;
- MVPS HOSTS;
- hpHosts servers;
- Dan Pollock hostfile;
- fan tracking list;
- and others.
It is always worth remembering that the more filters involved, the more resources will be required for the program to work correctly. But remarkably, after activating three additional filters, uBlock will take up much less resources than similar applications. Keep in mind that some lists can break the website, especially those created from host files.
Without the standard filters, this app is essentially nothing, so if you want to contribute to the app, it wouldn't hurt to thank the people who are actively engaged in supporting the filters provided to you for free.
Installing uBlock Origin
The extension is installed in standard mode, which is for installing Google Chrome web browser extensions. After installation, the application icon will be displayed in the upper right corner of the browser on the taskbar. By clicking on the left button of the mouse, you can see the number of blocked ads. Clicking the right button will take you to the settings menu, where you can view the list of installed filters, create a "black list" for sites where ads will not be blocked and customize other options.
