M4L
Best solution is get an Apple computer. Next best is probably to use Google Chrome. If you sign up for G-mail you can get their browser.
Like it it not, Google is not going away. Once you have an e-mail account with them, you will never have to change it. It is for life. If your cable provider changes for whatever reason, the G-Mail will be there with the same address and your password(s.) they also support their browser. Meanwhile, I rarely use Google for searching as a matter of principle.
In addition to AdBlock Plus, I also recommend the AdBlock Plus popup extension. It handles popups and popovers much better than ABP itself.