Internet Browser - Firefox

if you are still using Internet Explorer for your surfing and browsing on the internet, it’s high time you switched over to Firefox. Firefox is an open source internet browser software that offers you high level of security from the dangers of the internet. anyone switching over to Firefox from Internet Explorer will immediately notice to faster performance of your new browser. with tab browsing, you will also be able to surf multiple websites in just one browsing window. by doing this, you reduce the amount of clutter on your taskbar. with the ability to install various add on extensions contributed by various authors, you will be able to better protect your computer and remove annoying pop-ups from your daily surfing. to download the latest version of Firefox with the Google toolbar for improved and safer browsing, click on the banner / link below on the sidebar.

listed below are some of the recommended extension to be installed on your Firefox browser.

NoScript: allows you to block and limit the execution of JavaScript components only to trusted websites. this extension can effectively protect your browser from running unauthorised JavaScripts which may harm or reduce the performance of your browser significantly.

FasterFox: this extension automatically tweaks the performance of your browser thus increasing throughput and overall performance without the need of manually editing and configuration files.

Tabbrowser Preferences: Enhances and add new functionally to controls certain aspects of Firefox’s tab browsing features.

IE View Lite: allows you to switch to Internet Explorer viewing mode of certain websites if absolutely necessary by launching Internet Explorer.

ShowIP: shows you the IP address of the website you are on in the the status bar of Firefox. right clicking on the IP address brings up various commands and features useful for “Due Diligence”.

netcrafttoolbar: a very useful add on tool bar that blocks access to known and suspected phishing sites. this toolbar is highly recommended from surfers who are looking for a basic “Due Diligence” with “Anti-Phishing” capabilities. toolbar information includes basic site traffic ranking.

Flashblock: very useful extension that blocks annoying Flash content on websites. surfers can choose to watch the flash content by clicking on the Flash icon on the webpage manually. a must have for all surfers who want a noiseless and smooth surfing experience.

IE Tabs: similar to IE View, this extension enables you to launch a new tab and switch between the embedded Internet Explorer or Firefox browsing engine from the same Firefox tab.

CustomizeGoogle: allows users to customise the Google search results and removes ads or spam.

Remember Mismatch Domains: reduces to annoying pop up warnings of mismatch domain whilst surfing on your browser.

extensions will be update with newer versions when available. do ensure that you search for available updates every now and then. to update your currently installed updates, launch your Firefox browser and do the following.

1. click on “Tools” on the menu bar and select “Extensions“.

2. on the pop up window, click on any “Update Now” buttons if available.

3. search for available updates by clicking on the “Find Updates” button.

4. restart Firefox to complete installation of any new updates.

Tags: Firefox, internet Explorer, NoScript, IE Tab, IE View, Remember Mismatch Domains, Customise Google, Flashblock, Tabbrowser Preferences, Fasterfox, ShowIP, netcrafttoolbar