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Firefox is the free, cross-platform, open-source web browser from the Mozilla Foundation.
Do I need all these Java QuickStarter and Consol add-ons in Firefox?
Consol and QuickStarter add-ons in Firefox perform different tasks - but it might not be necessary to run them all the time.
How do I stop Firefox from opening with two tabs?
Most people don't realize that Firefox has the option to open multiple home pages at once. It's possible some install programs use this.
Why do I have to keep updating Firefox when I can't see any difference?
It may seem like nothing is happening when browsers and other software programs perform updates, but don't minimize the necessity of those security patches.
Why does Firefox sometimes say it's already running when it's not?
Firefox can occasionally complain that it's already running when you might not see it anywhere on your desktop. It's not lying, it's just hiding.
Why does each update of Firefox have a new version number?
Qquite often, version numbers seem to be random choices of the programmers. There might be a better way.
Why does this tab keep opening in my Firefox browser?
Tabs are mysteriously appearing in a Firefox browser. This could be a miss-set homepage, or perhaps pop-ups.
Why has my Ymail account suddenly stopped working in Firefox?
Cached data in Firefox and other browsers can cause this sort of problem. Clearing it may be the answer.
I've received a number of complaints of Firefox being excessively slow. I'll look at one possible solution.