Locking down firefox 18.0.2 in domain

I want to lock down Firefox options in particular the tab for updates
i have done the network tab but cant find how to do the other options for the cfg file

this is set as false but it does not stop a user clicking chech for updates
what i want is to hide the whole tab from options realy or at least gray them out for users

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Due to Google removing their support for IE8, I'm being forced down the road to look at an alternative Browser to support my users when connecting to Google tools.
Using IE I have locked down users to enforce them to use our cloud based web security using a PAC file and now need to use the same with firefox.
I've edited the registry with the PAC file but now want to effectivly grey out the options on the Connections setting page
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If you really want to prevent users from changing settings then the only way to achieve this is via a mozilla.cfg file.
It is not really that difficult.<br />
You need to create to plain text files.
Place a file local-settings.js in the defaults\pref folder where you also find the file channel-prefs.js to specify using mozilla.cfg.
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pref("general.config.obscure_value", 0); // use this to disable the byte-shift
</nowiki></pre>
The mozilla.cfg file to be located in the main Firefox program folder should contain these lines:
<pre><nowiki>// mzila.cfg should start with a comment line
lockPref("network.proxy.type", 2);
</nowiki></pre>
See also:
*http://kb.mozillazine.org/network.proxy.type
*http://kb.mozillazine.org/Locking_preferences

Locking down firefox in a corporate environment

Hello all, I would like to set a default webpage and set a proxy setting globally for Our Firefox users. I tried a couple of the firefox group policy add-on. One worked then stopped working (buggy) The other one worked well but ff was just a small part of the program so they would not sell just the ff gpo add on. so I am thinking is there a script or another program or something you firefox gurus can recommended and use something that can be used in a enterprise environment?

You can use a mozilla.cfg file in the Firefox program folder to lock prefs or specify new (default) values.
Place a file local-settings.js in the defaults\pref folder where you also find the file channel-prefs.js to specify using mozilla.cfg.
pref("general.config.filename", "mozilla.cfg");
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*http://kb.mozillazine.org/Locking_preferences
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*http://kb.mozillazine.org/network.proxy.type
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I was trying to update my Garmin,on my Imac and the application is locked down on the right hand side of the page next to my trash can and will not open---how can I get firefox to open up again ???

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Locked down computer (means I cannot see network settings) allows IE6 but Firefox always times out.

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Presumably, you're talking about your company's administrator. It probably wouldn't be wise to try and circumvent their network policy. It might get you fired even.
A better idea would be to show them how insecure IE6 is - ''it's no longer supported by Microsoft for example and exposes their network to all kinds of attacks'' - and that it's in their own interests to use a secure browser like Firefox 4.0
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The software is what it is and changing the software is not an option.
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Jerry
I am sure you have but have you looked at kiosk mode?
http://www.geek.com/microsoft/windows-8-1-kiosk-mode-locks-systems-to-a-single-app-1552963/
http://blogs.msdn.com/b/hyperyash/archive/2013/10/25/enable-kiosk-mode-in-windows-8-1.aspx
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Forward facing locked down machines... kiosk?

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So I have done a lot of research on this topic, but have yet to find an end-all solution to my conundrum. I have many machines in my network that are forward facing and public use reference terminals that connect to a database of books and things. These
machines are not and should not be used to casual internet browsing so we have manually locked them down. These machines currently run IE10 Win7x32. The windows side locking down is no problem. But we are having a BIG issue with the current way we allow specific
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Hi,
>>Currently, it looks like IEAK is the only way to correctly manipulate these settings in internet explorer 10+, unless I'm getting that wrong.
In addition to IEAK 10, to configure proxy for IE 10 on Windows 7, if our most up-to-date domain controller is Windows Server 2012 or R2, we can use Group Policy Preferences
Internet Settings extension to configure the proxy setting. Besides, we can also choose to install Remote Server Administrative Tools on a Windows 8 or 8.1 client and manage group policy settings from this client.
Moreover, another way is that we can try using Group Policy Preferences Registry extension to configure the proxy settings for IE10 on Windows 7.
Regarding this point, the following thread can be referred to as reference.
Proxy settings not applying to IE above 8
http://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/3b0f54d7-7293-49dc-9e3f-e8799c20265b/proxy-settings-not-applying-to-ie-above-8?forum=winserverGP
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Lock down X140e BIOS

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How do you modify the web.xml to lock down the pages from a user role

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I'll make a stab at your question:
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How do I lock down an iPad from having certain apps removed?

Hello,
We are a Microsoft-based enterprise that has purchased iPad 2 devices as a means of reducing costs of wireless services as well as integration with the 3G adapter (to reduce damage and theft). While I have had great success with the iPhone Configuration Utility and an MDM server, I need to ensure that users cannot remove the Find My iPad App which we use to track employees and ensure they do not lose or steal the device (since they can't remove the battery).
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I'm not sure about the apps, but to prevent theft, you'll also need to disable the power button and the ability to restore the ipad. You might also want to superglue in your Sim card because if they remove that, it wont be tracked unless they connect to WiFi.
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Would like to know how to Completely Lock-down Windows 7 OS

I don't have a general question..
It's more like specifics about how to lock down windows 7 computers..
Here's a little background information...
I have two computers, both with win 7(Pro, and home prem).
A family member can somehow bypass all bios and all windows security services... Everytime I go to work or school, he will power on my desktop and somehow 'hack' into the OS and install keyloggers or viruses so he can obtain my banking or other personal information.
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help is appreciated.
I've password protected BIOS
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[User Configuration\Administrative Templates\Windows Components\Windows Explorer]
Enable these two polices:
Prevent access to drives from My Computer
Hide these specified drives in My Computer
For your reference:
Lock Down PCs with Windows 7:
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/gg983426.aspx
Also, restrict Which Programs a User Can Run. You can set rules in AppLocker in the Group Policy Editor that prevents all programs from being run.
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you can temporarily lock your computer.
You should also periodically change your password.
If you suspect, you family member using a tool to bypass your password. You may use Malicious Software Removal Tool (http://www.microsoft.com/security/pc-security/malware-removal.aspx)
to remove it.
Hope it helps.
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Blair Deng
Blair Deng
TechNet Community Support

Why do I keep getting a firefox.exe - Application Error whe I shut down firefox?

After firefox automatically updated to version 11, I get an error when I shut down firefox:
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When I click OK the same message pops up. It will not allow the system to shut down I have to huld in the power button to force a shut down.
I have tried a clean install including deleting the mozilla folder and it is still happening.

Hi,
Please check if this happens in [https://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Safe%20Mode Safe Mode]. If the problem persists, please also try to '''Disable''' the '''Plugins''' in '''Tools''' ('''Alt''' + '''T''') > '''Addons'''.
[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]
Safe mode disables the installed '''Extensions''', and themes ('''Appearance''') in '''Tools''' ('''Alt''' + '''T''') > '''Add-ons'''. Hardware acceleration is also temporarily disabled - the manual setting is '''Tools''' > '''Options''' > '''Advanced''' > '''General''' > '''Use hardware acceleration when available'''. [https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/Options%20window%20-%20Advanced%20panel?as=u Options > Advanced]. All these settings/add-ons can also be individually or collectively disabled/enabled/changed in Firefox normal mode to check if an extension, theme or hardware acceleration is causing issues.
[https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/Options%20window Options]

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