I can't close a window unless I shut down the computer. I get a javascript error box.

Two windows have jammed. Every time I go to close them, they throw up a long dialogue box saying "Are you sure you want to navigate away from this page?" next to a blue question mark.
Underneath that it says " JavaScript Error!"
"Press ESC to close this alert!"
When I escape, the windows are still there and I can't close them.
I've tried uninstalling Firefox and reinstalling and they are still there.
Is this just a glitch or am I infected?
I prefer to keep version 3.6.3 because I use Realplayer Browser Record Plugin and later versions don't seem to accept it.
Thanks

You can disable [[JavaScript]] temporarily and close those tabs or windows.
Tools > Options > Content : [ ] Enable JavaScript

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