Is it necessary to use Bing with Firefox

I thought I was downloading Mozilla Firefox but instead Bing is the home page that comes up and wondering why? I don't want to use Bing if at all possible.

No Bing isn't "necessary". Where did you download Firefox from? If you get Firefox directly from Mozilla or an approved Mozilla mirror server, you don't get extras like Bing.
Tools > Addons > Extensions = Uninstall the '''SearchToolbar/1.2''' extension

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I use google with firefox, everytime i open firefox and begin browsing or go to check my mail i get a firefox not responding error message on top left of screen. How do i get rid of this?

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I use google with firefox, everytime i open firefox and begin browsing or go to check my mail i get a firefox not responding error message on top left of screen. How do i get rid of this?

Hi,
Please check if this happens in [https://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Safe%20Mode Safe Mode.]
[http://kb.mozillazine.org/Problematic_extensions Problematic Extensions]
[https://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Troubleshooting%20extensions%20and%20themes Troubleshooting Extensions and Themes]
[http://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Uninstalling+add-ons Uninstalling Add-ons]
[http://kb.mozillazine.org/Uninstalling_toolbars Uninstalling Toolbars]

Firefox 3.6.26 on Mac OSX, Youtube search window has vanished. I cannot search youtube for video. If I use Safari to open Youtube the page appears as it used to with Firefox--that is with the search window. Whats the fix?

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Firefox 3.6.26 on Mac OSX, Youtube search window has vanished. I cannot search youtube for video. If I use Safari to open Youtube the page appears as it used to with Firefox--that is with the search window.

Clear the cache and the cookies from sites that cause problems.
"Clear the Cache":
*Firefox > Preferences > Advanced > Network > Offline Storage (Cache): "Clear Now"
"Remove Cookies" from sites causing problems:
*Firefox > Preferences > Privacy > Cookies: "Show Cookies"
Start Firefox in [[Safe Mode]] to check if one of the extensions or if hardware acceleration is causing the problem (switch to the DEFAULT theme: Firefox (Tools) > Add-ons > Appearance/Themes).
*Don't make any changes on the Safe mode start window.
*https://support.mozilla.org/kb/Safe+Mode

Has anyone had an email virus using hotmail with firefox?

As soon as I log in to my inbox, spam emails are generated to everyone in my contact list. They all have an attachment URL , which end in .PHP. I have tried to remove the virus with norton antivirus 2011, and Avast antivirus. Niether one can find the virus doing a full system scan. I use 2 other browsers, Chrome, and Internet explorer. The spam emails are not sent in the other 2 browsers, only in firefox, both versions, 3.6 and the new 4.0 beta. If you can help remove this virus please let me know.I removed 4.o beta and went back to 3.6 which seemed to stop the spam emails, until the last 3 days, when the virus emails are sent every time I log into my inbox. I've tried removing and reinstalling after cleaning the registry, going back to 3.6 then 4.0, so far nothing has worked. I can't find much info on the internet either.

Perform a thorough scan of your system for malware.
Download, install and update as many of the following as possible until your infections are cleaned.
#The '''free versions''' of these scanners will detect infections and clean your system; no need to purchase
#'''Different malware scanners detect some malware that other scanners do not.'''
#If you are unable to download the malware programs,
#* change the name of the installer program before saving the download to your hard drive, and
#* once installed, go to the installation folder for the program and change the name of the program executable file (i.e., for Malwarebytes Anti-Malware, change mbam.exe to xyz-mb.exe), then update the program and run the scan.
#* you may need to download on an un-infected computer, change the name of the installer program, copy the installer to a CD or USB thumb drive, and transport to your system for installation.
#Some stubborn malware will need to be removed in '''Windows Safe Mode with Networking'''. See:
#*http://www.pbcomp.com.au/using-windows-safe-mode.html
#*http://www.malwarehelp.org/restart-into-safe-mode-how-to-2010.html
*Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware - http://www.malwarebytes.org/mbam.php
*SuperAntispyware - http://www.superantispyware.com/
*AdAware - http://www.lavasoftusa.com/software/adaware/
*Spybot Search & Destroy - http://www.safer-networking.org/en/index.html
*Windows Defender - http://www.microsoft.com/windows/products/winfamily/defender/default.mspx
*Dr. Web Cureit - http://www.freedrweb.com/cureit/
If these don't find or can't clear the infection(s), post in one of these forums for specialized malware removal help:
#Read and follow their rules for posting
#Follow their instructions '''to the letter'''
#Be patient; you are put in a queue and you will get a response when they get to your post
*http://bleepingcomputer.com
*http://www.spywareinfoforum.com/
*http://www.spywarewarrior.com/index.php
*http://forum.aumha.org/
 
'''Other issues that need your attention'''
The information submitted with your question indicates that you have out of date plugins with known security and stability issues that should be updated. To see the plugins submitted with your question, click "More system details..." to the right of your original question post. You can also see your plugins from the Firefox menu, Tools > Add-ons > Plugins.
*Adobe Shockwave for Director Netscape plug-in, version 11.5
*Adobe PDF Plug-In For Firefox and Netscape 10.0.0
**'''''Security update 10.0.1 was released 2011-02-08'''''
*Next Generation Java Plug-in 1.6.0_22 for Mozilla browsers
**version 1.6.0_23 is a stability update according to Sun/Java
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#'''Update Shockwave for Director'''
#*NOTE: this is not the same as Shockwave Flash; this installs the Shockwave Player.
#*Use Firefox to download and SAVE the installer to your hard drive from the link in the article below (Desktop is a good place so you can find it).
#*When the download is complete, exit Firefox (File > Exit)
#*locate and double-click in the installer you just downloaded, let the install complete.
#*Restart Firefox and check your plugins again.
#*'''Download link and more information''': http://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Using+the+Shockwave+plugin+with+Firefox
#'''Update Adobe Reader (PDF plugin):'''
#*From within your existing Adobe Reader ('''if you have it already installed'''):
#**Open the Adobe Reader program from your Programs list
#**Click Help > Check for Updates
#**Follow the prompts for updating
#**If this method works for you, skip the "Download complete installer" section below and proceed to "After the installation" below
#*Download complete installer ('''if you do NOT have Adobe Reader installed'''):
#**Use the links below to avoid getting the troublesome "getplus" Adobe Download Manager and other "extras" you may not want
#**Use Firefox to download and SAVE the installer to your hard drive from the appropriate link below
#**Click "Save to File"; save to your Desktop (so you can find it)
#**After download completes, close Firefox
#**Click the installer you just downloaded and allow the install to continue
#***Note: Vista and Win7 users may need to right-click the installer and choose "Run as Administrator"
#**'''Download link''': ftp://ftp.adobe.com/pub/adobe/reader/
#***Choose your OS
#***Choose the latest #.x version (example 9.x, for version 9)
#***Choose the highest number version listed
#****NOTE: 10.x is the new Adobe Reader X (Windows and Mac only as of this posting)
#***Choose your language
#***Download the file, SAVE it to your hard drive, when complete, close Firefox, click on the installer you just downloaded and let it install.
#***Windows: choose the .exe file; Mac: choose the .dmg file
#*Using either of the links below will force you to install the "getPlus" Adobe Download Manager. Also be sure to uncheck the McAfee Scanner if you do not want the link forcibly installed on your desktop
#**''Also see Download link''': http://get.adobe.com/reader/otherversions/
#**Also see: https://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Using+the+Adobe+Reader+plugin+with+Firefox (do not use the link on this page for downloading; you may get the troublesome "getplus" Adobe Download Manager (Adobe DLM) and other "extras")
#*After the installation, start Firefox and check your version again.
#'''Update the [[Java]] plugin''' to the latest version.
#*Download site: http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/java/javase/downloads/index.html (Java Platform: Download JRE)
#*Also see "Manual Update" in this article to update from the Java Control Panel in Windows Control Panel: http://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Using+the+Java+plugin+with+Firefox#Updates
#* Removing old versions (if needed): http://www.java.com/en/download/faq/remove_olderversions.xml
#* Remove multiple Java Console extensions (if needed): http://kb.mozillazine.org
#*Java Test: http://www.java.com/en/download/help/testvm.xml

PDFs opening twice using 'open with Firefox' when browser is not already running

Windows 7 - Firefox 15*-16*
if Firefox is not already running, opening a PDF document using Firefox (eg right-clicking PDF from desktop, selecting 'open with > Firefox) is always causing Firefox top open the PDF in two different windows.
Happening with PDF plugins enabled and disabled.
Maybe this is a bug and I should report as such?

You can check for problems caused by DDE in Windows.
*http://kb.mozillazine.org/Windows_error_opening_Internet_shortcut_or_local_HTML_file_-_Firefox

When using pdfFactory with Firefox, why are the colors on the pdf not correct?

The colors are vastly different when using pdf Factory with Firefox. When using pdfFactory with IE, they are both the same.

There doesn't seem to be a one-size-fits-all answer, because what works for one printer doesn't necessarily work for another, and I don't have your printer so I can't advise on specifics...
However, perhaps we can discover a set of settings that will work...
If you File - Print, choose Photoshop Manages Colors, in the Printer Profile section do you see profiles specific to your printer (e.g., with the name Kodak in them)?
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If not, try choosing sRGB IEC61966-2.1.
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I have problems using gmail with firefox

When I get connected in internet using Firefox, and then I open my e-mail, which is g-mail, I see my entrance mailbox, and I received e-mails, but I cannot write a new e-mail, or print, or send, etc. I cannot do anything with my e-mails.
My g-mail works with Internet Explorer but not with Firefox.

What kind of problems do you have?
* https://support.mozilla.com/kb/Basic+Troubleshooting
* https://support.mozilla.com/kb/Browsing+basics

I can't send a message with a PDF attachment using Earthlink with Firefox It works with IE and Earthlink

<blockquote>Locking duplicate thread. 
Please continue here: [[/questions/937363]]</blockquote>
I can send JPEG and .doc files, but cannot send PDF files. It has just happened again. it is a random occurrence.
If I open Earthlink e-mail in IE, all is OK. If I use hotmail with Mozilla, I can send PDF files. It is apparently a problem only between Mozilla and Earthlink

Many site issues can be caused by corrupt cookies or cache. In order to try to fix these problems, the first step is to clear both cookies and the cache.
Note: ''This will temporarily log you out of all sites you're logged in to.''
To clear cache and cookies do the following:
#Go to Firefox > History > Clear recent history or (if no Firefox button is shown) go to Tools > Clear recent history.
#Under "Time range to clear", select "Everything".
#Now, click the arrow next to Details to toggle the Details list active.
#From the details list, check ''Cache'' and ''Cookies'' and uncheck everything else.
#Now click the ''Clear now'' button.
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Did this fix your problems? Please report back to us!
'''Try Firefox Safe Mode''' to see if the problem goes away. Safe Mode is a troubleshooting mode, which disables most add-ons.
''(If you're not using it, switch to the Default theme.)''
* You can open Firefox 4.0+ in Safe Mode by holding the '''Shift''' key when you open the Firefox desktop or Start menu shortcut.
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''Once you get the pop-up, just select "'Start in Safe Mode"''
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''To exit the Firefox Safe Mode, just close Firefox and wait a few seconds before opening Firefox for normal use again.''
''When you figure out what's causing your issues, please let us know. It might help other users who have the same problem.''

I'm unable to use Fiverr with Firefox. Last year I was able to order Fiverr gigs and send messages inside Fiverr but for the last 3 weeks I've been unable to.

I'm unable to use Fiverr.com with Firefox. Last year I was able to order Fiverr gigs and send messages but for the last 3 weeks I've been unable to do either. I can login to Fiverr but I'm unable to use the service.
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Note: ''This will temporarily log you out of all sites you're logged in to.''
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#Under "Time range to clear", select "Everything".
#Now, click the arrow next to Details to toggle the Details list active.
#From the details list, check ''Cache'' and ''Cookies'' and uncheck everything else.
#Now click the ''Clear now'' button.
Further information can be found in the [[Clear your cache, history and other personal information in Firefox]] article.
Did this fix your problems? Please report back to us!

Anytime I try using roboform with firefox 10.0 or newer firefox crahses. How do I fix or make sure firefox developers will fix this?

I upgraded my firefox to the 10.0, since then whenever I try to use roboform it will automatically crash and close. I am using 9.0 now since it is the lastest version that will not crash when using roboform. Firefox needs to fix this issue if I am to continue using it. I have always loved firefox but this roboform issue sucks a big one.

Here is the fix from roboform.
Natalie replied (2012/03/23 08:33 pm EDT):
Thank you for your message.
Due to a number of reasons your browser profile may become damaged and corrupted.
The only way to fix a problem is to do a complete reinstall of Firefox and Mozilla:
* Do a backup of your Firefox Bookmarks and other personal data (Bookmarks -> Organize Bookmarks -> Import and Backup).
* Close all Firefox and Mozilla windows and its taskbar icon.
* Uninstall Firefox from "Control Panel -> Add/Remove Programs".
* Uninstall Mozilla from "Control Panel -> Add/Remove Programs".
* Delete folder C:\Documents and Settings\<Your User Name>\Application Data\Mozilla.
* Delete folder C:\Program Files\Mozilla Firefox.
* Delete folder C:\Program Files\mozilla.org.
* Delete folder C:\Program Files\Common Files\mozilla.org.
* Search for all folders that contain "Firefox" or "Mozilla" in their name and delete them.
* Install Firefox (or Mozilla) again.
* Install RoboForm Adapter/Extension as described above.

Is it necessary to use semaphores with shared variables

is it ok to use semaphores with shared variables to prevent race conditions or is that built into the shared variable?
- James
Using LV 2012 on Windows 7 64 bit

Semaphores are more of a method to protect a section of code from executing, and as tst as said they won't really help you. There is nothing inherently harmful about having 2 sections of code trying to write to a shared variable at the same time. Nothing like a crashed program, scrambled value, or an error message. What will happen is that whatever happens 2nd is the value that sticks. So a shared variable can still have the possiblility of race conditions just like local and global variables if you are dealing with multiple writers. That is really an architecture problem.

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I depend on RealPlayer for many things - work that I can only open files I need with it. There isn't a version that now works with the newest version of Firefox. How can I get the previous version of Firefox back so I can use my computer to do my business work? Unfortunately I can't wait for updates on RealPlayer to keep meeting updates to Firefox. I can't use version 5 of Firefox because it disabled RealPlayer - hence Firefox has made my doing work on my laptop impossible if I use Firefox, If there is no remedy to go back a version, I'll just go back to IE exclusively. Money is money. Thanks so much for your help!

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https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/user-agent-rg/

I can no longer use gmail with Firefox since it updated today.

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== URL of affected sites ==
http://mail.google.com
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Ever since upgrading to Firefox 22.0 images on Bing will not load. Images on Google work fine. Images on Bing work fine in IE. I have tried all the solutions I've come across re: images not loading and it does not fix the problem with FF22.0 and Bing.

When I started in "Safe Mode" Bing images appear.
So next I:
Turned off hardware acceleration. No change.
Was already running default theme.
Disabled all Plugins - No change
Disabled all Extensions - CHANGE!!
Now imagines are showing in Bing.
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Can you use Magento with Firefox. I can't browse for images when I trying to add an image to my website.

I go to my magento pages and want to insert an image. The box comes up but the browse button doesn't work.

Thank you for your answer but it hasn't helped. I am trying to browse my own computer's files of photos for an image to upload to magento. The browse button doesn't do anything. This is the first version of Firefox I have used (#23). I am trying to see if Firefox will work better for my business than other browsers. So my cache is pretty empty just magento and magento help.
When i scroll over the browse button this message appears at bottom (I took a snapshot of the screen):
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