Firefox worked fine until upgraded to Windows 7 - would processor speed be the problem - everything else is fine.

I have Firefox 28 which worked fine when I had Windows XP. Upgraded to WIndows 7 (updated all my drivers, etc). Now Firefox has times when it will not respond. Have tried most suggested fixes I could find on here and on-line. Nothing fixes it. It worked fine before the upgrade. This may sound like a dumb question to computer savy people, but would the older dual core processor be having a problem now that I am running Windows 7? Everything works great on the computer except for Firefox and Internet Explorer. I download Google Chrome and so far have not had an issue when using it. I don't care for it and would like to go back to Firefox, but the fixes don't fix it. I have uninstalled and re-installed and disabled plug-ins and removed and added and updated plug-ins, ran various virus/spyware scans, reset, downgraded to an older version, upgraded again, and a ton of other fixes. I wish I could figure out what changed from Windows XP to Windows 7 that would affect both browsers.

I doubt that the processor is the problem here. It might be that something went wrong with your browsing profile during the operating system upgrade.
One thing you can try is to reset your profile: in the "Help" menu, there is an entry "Troubleshooting Information". Clicking on that takes you to a page containing technical information about your machine and browser configuration. Additionally, it has a "Reset Firefox" button in the upper-right corner. Clicking on that starts a process that allows you to create a new, clean profile that contains your browsing history and bookmarks, but does away with potentially-problematic settings in your profile. (Don't worry, your original profile will be left untouched and you can return to it later.)
In many cases, this process solves issues people have with their browser misbehaving, so I hope it works for you, too.

Similar Messages

  • HT204416 My Safari is no longer working with many sites.  However Chrome and Firefox work fine.  I would like to re-install Safari in an effort to clear up the problem I can not resolve.

    My Safari is no longer working with many sites.  However Chrome and Firefox work fine.  I would like to re-install Safari in an effort to clear up the problem I can not resolve.

    1. From the Safari menu bar, select
              Safari ▹ Preferences... ▹ Extensions
    Turn all extensions OFF and test. If the problem is resolved, turn extensions back ON and then disable them one or a few at a time until you find the culprit.
    2. Select
              Safari ▹ Preferences... ▹ Privacy ▹ Remove All Website Data...
    and confirm. Test.
    3. If the above steps don't resolve the problem, please describe it in more detail.

  • HT1338 for the last 6 months my mac is crashing all the time. I think it is safari because firefox works fine. Any suggestions?

    for the last 6 months my mac is crashing all the time. I think it is safari because firefox works fine. Any suggestions?

    What is crashing, is it just Safari or is the entire computer freezing (if that's what you mean by crashing)? If the latter, are you saying it only happens when Safari is open?
    You need to explain with more detail just what is happening and when.
    Do you get a message to restart?

  • Can't open Pdfs in firefox, works fine in Safari. Please help?

    Can't open Pdfs in firefox, works fine in Safari. Please help?

    This resolved my problem
    I checked and my Firefox is doing (or not doing in this case)  the same thing.  There seems to be a problem with the Snow Leopard and the Adobe browser plugin.  I was able to get Firefox working again by going to Firefox > Preferences > Applications and switching all to Adobe settings to "Use Adobe Reader (default)" instead of the plugin.  Then I went to Tools > Add-ons... > Plugins and disabled the Acrobat plugin.  Restarted Firefox and now pdf worked.

  • Safari won't open anything.  Firefox works fine.

    Safari won't open anyuthing.  Firefox works fine.  Is something happenng at the Safari end? 

    Sue --
    Are you really still on 10.5.1?
    Tell us your exact OS, the version of Safari you're running, how long this has been happening, etc.  Is it actually crashing?  Does it open up with your Home Page?  Then what happens when you want to see a site?

  • Will my F-Secure security product keep working when I upgrade to Windows 10?

    QuestionWill my F-Secure security product keep working when I upgrade to Windows 10?
    AnswerYes. All supported versions (12.1 or newer) of F-Secure security products are automatically migrated when you upgrade from Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1. However, there are two conditions that may result in Windows 10 to remove your F-Secure application:
    If you are upgrading from Windows Vista or earlier to Windows 10, all applications are removed. You will then need to reinstall your F-Secure security product manually after the upgrade.
    If you are upgrading from Windows 7, 8, or 8.1, F-Secure security product might get removed depending if you do not have the supported version of F-Secure installed. You will then need to reinstall your F-Secure security product manually after the upgrade.
    Note: Make sure that you download the latest version of our product when reinstalling the product on Windows 10.

    You will likely find that drivers are not readily available for Windows 10 on HP site. When Windows 8 was released it was a slow process rolling out drivers and many early adopters were not happy. I agree with  -wait for a few months at least. Check your models support page for release of Win 10 drivers also before deciding.

  • We have recently upgraded to windows 7, how do i make the toolbars and panel pane larger. They are t

    we have recently upgraded to windows 7, how do i make the toolbars and panel pane larger. They are too small to view

    A larger monito is only helpful if the resolution is the same as your current monitor, and they tend to have higher resolutions as you get larger, so don't rush out an buy a larger monitor and expect miracles. If you have a 22" now and it's "HD" (1920 x 1080), you'll see some change as you go up in size, but you'd probably need at least a 27" screen at 1920 x 1080 to notice a real difference.
    Right click on the desktop and choose Screen Resolution and you can see the current settings (probably the maximum value which is recommended) and other settings you can use. Lowering the resolution will make everything on the screen larger, but less stuff will fit. Used to be, too that ID did not work will at less than the maximum resolution setting for any monitor.
    I did not mean to use the larger fonts feature, by the way, as far as I know that doesn't affect the ID user interface.
    The point I was making, rather badly, is that those of us with declining eyesight are getting shafted because there is no way to make use of all the monitor potential and adjut the user interface to make things visible. I just bought a 30" monitor to replace my old 27" which had 1920 x 1200 resolution and was pretty usable, things were about the same size as my old sony 20" running at 1600 x 1200, but even though it is larger in terms of screen size, the new monitor is even higher resolution and things are actually smaller. The only reason I can use it with ID is I know where everything is.

  • HT4995 My iPad 2 Location Service works fine but does not work on my home Airport router. How can I fix the problem?

    My iPad 2 Location Service works fine but does not work on my home Airport router. How can I fix the problem?

    lbryan1987 wrote:
    I dont want the button problem solved i need to know how to restore the phone without using that button or going into settings
    You don't in the condition it's in. You will either have to get the phone replaced by Apple or pay a 3rd party to repair it.
    there seriously should be more than two ways to solve this other wise apple is useless and we will never buy another apple product.
    Seriously? It's physically broken!

  • I upgraded my iphone 5 to 6.1.4 and the earphone doesn't work anymore. Anyone has an idea on how to solve the problem ? Thank you

    I upgraded my iphone 5 to 6.1.4 and the earphone doesn't work anymore. Anyone has an idea on how to solve the problem ? Thank you

    Hi Jboudet,
    Welcome to Apple Support Communities.
    You can find some suggestions for troubleshooting your iPhone at these links:
    iPhone Assistant
    http://www.apple.com/support/iphone/troubleshooting/
    iPhone: Hardware troubleshooting
    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS2802
    Have a good one,
    Jeremy

  • Upgrading to 6.1.1 hasn't solved the problem with network connection on 4S. Still "No Servise"!

    Upgrading to 6.1.1 hasn't solved the problem with network connection on 4S. Still "No Servise"!

    Same here.  Everything was fine running on ios 6.0, I don't know what possessed me to upgrade!  I contacted O2 and thet went through the usual settings; reboot; airplane mode etc and it works for a while (like 5 mins) then service is losted with the network.  I've even deleted the exchange email account and rebooted as read on the internet that this would fix the problem.... guest what....yep no joy!  This is clearly a faulty software update and need fixing pronto!  I've read that ios6.1.2 will be out soon to fix the firmware that was suppose to fix the initial network problem.   When will this be realeased Apple?!  It's hardly fit for purpose when I can't make calls or surf the internet. 

  • I've only had my iphone 5s for a week. I keep getting an error message of "Server has stopped responding."  I need the server to work. Does anyone know if there is a "fix" for the problem? Other wise, I probably best return for a refund and get a Samsung.

    I've only had my iphone 5s for a week. I keep getting an error message of "Server has stopped responding."  I need the server to work. Does anyone know if there is a "fix" for the problem? Other wise, I probably best return for a refund and get a Samsung.  Thanks

    sandyzotz wrote:
    Other wise, I probably best return for a refund and get a Samsung.
    Unlikely.  Based on the complete lack of detail of the issue provided it is entirely possible the same issue would occur.
    Unless and until the user provides some actual details of the problem, there is nothing the indicate that the issue is with the iPhone.

  • My iPod touch isn't being recognized by my pc. The lock button on it won't work due to water damage, and a friend of mine fixed the problem by restoring it on his computer. How do I restore it without the lock button?

    My iPod touch isn't being recognized by my pc. The lock button on it won't work due to water damage, and a friend of mine fixed the problem by restoring it on his computer. How do I restore it without the lock button?

    first try:
    iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
    next
    Try:
    - iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
    - Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
    How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
    - If not successful and you can't fully turn the iOS device fully off, let the battery fully drain. After charging for an least an hour try the above again.
    - If still not successful that usually indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.

  • I install windows 8 in my macbook pro, the problem is it cannot detect wifi connection and bluetooth

    I install windows 8 in my macbook pro, the problem is it cannot detect wifi connection and bluetooth, because when i click the wireless in settings there are no choices... but when i use the mac os, everything is fine, the wifi, the bluetooth everything is functional, can you help me fix this problem? help will be much appreaciated.. thanks

    How did you install Windows? Did you use Bootcamp Assistant or did you use a virtual machine like Parallels, Fusion, or VirtualBox.
    If you used Bootcamp Assistant, did you download and install the Windows Support software (drivers) in accordance with the Bootcamp instructions?

  • I have a 2005 Jaguar xj8.  When I tried to upgrade my 3gs to a 4g I got a ticking noise in the speaker and no one on the other end could hear me.  I had to go back to a 3gs.  My phone is shot and I need to upgrade.  Has there been a fix to the problem?

    I have a 2005 Jaguar xj8.  When I tried to upgrade my 3gs to a 4g  two years ago, I got a ticking noise in the speaker and no one on the other end could hear me.  I had to go back to a 3gs.  My phone is shot and I need to upgrade.  Has there been a fix to the problem?  Apple told me there was some sort of interference with the airbag system.  Jaguar was totally unhelpful.

    Hi Labjock,
    Welcome to the Support Communities!
    The article below may be able to help you with this. 
    iPhone: Microphone issues
    http://support.apple.com/kb/ts5183
    Cheers,
    - Judy

  • I want to transfer my photos from the PC (windows explorer) to my Ipad. The problem is that a keep my photos i different categories and they are in one large folder and subfolders (2 or 3 levels of subfolders).When I sent it to the Ipad, it just respect t

    I want to transfer my photos from the PC (windows explorer) to my Ipad. The problem is that a keep my photos in different categories and they are in one large folder and several subfolders (2 or 3 levels of subfolders).When I sent it to the Ipad, it just respect the first level of folder. After the first subfolder, all the photos are mixed. Any idea how to keep my original organization just transferring from PC to the Ipad (folder having a subfolder also having another subfolder)?
    Thanks
    Diogo

    The Photos app doesn't currently support subfolders, it only has the one level of folder/album. You will either need to change your folder structure on your computer to be just one level, see if there is a third-party photo app in the store that copes with subfolders, or just make do. You can try leaving feedback for Apple : http://www.apple.com/feedback/ipad.html

Maybe you are looking for