My proxy server software won't allow Firefox to run. Why?

I have VPN4ALL proxy software for connecting to the internet. I use Google Chrome as a browser. I have an HP laptop computer. I have downloaded the Foxfire software. When I try to run the Foxfire browser, a window pops up and says that my proxy system won't allow it to run.
The VPN4ALL tech people said to start Firefox and go to Tools>Options>Network Tab>Settings>Auto Detect Proxy>OK> OK and try again.
I didn't find this string on Firefox's drop down window. Now what?

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