Can't open new windows if clicking on a link!

For some reason I can't open new windows if I clic on a link. It's alright if it opens in a new tab, but if it opens in a new window, the window that opens is just blank. I have no idea why it's doing so, it started a couple of weeks ago, and it's very annoying. I guess it has something to do with securityoptions, but I haven't been able to sort it out. Would be very glad if anyone should have an answear to this!

Try These Possible Solutions:
1. Restart Firefox and your computer.
2. Use the keyboard shortcut CTRL+T to open a new tab.
3. Run firefox in safemode (no add-ons) Go to start>all programs>Mozilla Firefox

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