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Firefox for Dummies (For Dummies) (Paperback)
by Blake Ross (Author) "If you're the kind of person who walks away from the computer thinking, That was pleasant! ..." (more)

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Paperback: 384 pages
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (13 Jan 2006)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0471748994
ISBN-13: 978-0471748991
Product Dimensions: 23.1 x 18.5 x 2.3 cm
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Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 222,369 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Firefox For Dummies gives you the inside scoop on the exciting new browser from the Web wizard that got it started. The books author, Blake Ross, began developing Firefox as a teenager. Once available to the world, the simple and powerful tool was an instant hit claiming a sizable share of the Web browser market with over 140 million downloads.
In this book Blake not only gives you the lowdown on how to use Firefox for safe Web searching, but he also shares his insight into how the product came to life. Its a combination of practical tech insight and a good story that is rare in computer books.
Topics covered include downloading and installing Firefox, creating a home page, searching with Google, creating customized themes and toolbars, using tabbed browsing, downloading and saving files, maintaining security and privacy, eliminating annoying popups, and adding Firefox extensions.

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Known for its superior security and many user-friendly features, Firefox is a free browser based on open source Mozilla code that has grabbed a 10.28 percent share of the browser market in less than a year. It has now been downloaded by more than 56 million users, including ten million alone during the first month of its release. This insider's guide explains why Firefox is better than Internet Explorer, and shows new users and longtime fans alike how to customize Firefox, and harness its many innovative features. Topics covered include: downloading and installing Firefox; creating a home page; searching with Google; creating customized themes and toolbars; using tabbed browsing; downloading and saving files; maintaining security and privacy; eliminating annoying popups; and, adding Firefox extensions.