Mozilla Firefox Alternative Browser

Firefox is a browser that can work with ANY Internet service. You simply use it instead of the current browser you use now to look at web sites.

Why should I consider using Firefox?

• The designers of Firefox (mozilla.org) designed the browser from the ground up to be more efficient and safer than Internet Explorer.

• Overall, it loads pages faster than Internet Explorer and does not allow web pages, banner ads and pop-up ads to install programs (spyware) on your computer without your knowledge.

• Flexible and customizable

• Free

• If you have teenagers using your computer for Internet, Firefox should be the only browser they use.

• If you visit gambling and gaming sites, use Firefox

What are some features or advantages of Firefox?

• Again, security!

• Built in Google searching, dictionary, Amazon, and eBay searching as well.

• Add any number of free search engines to your browser. Including Wikipedia, weather, and more!

• Tabbed browsing (we discussed and demonstrated this awesome feature in class)

• Cool and functional use of Middle mouse button

• Built-in PopUp Blocker (although you won't need it)

• One of my favorite features...smart printing. None of your web pages will ever be too wide to print again!!

• Did I mention it was safer and more secure?

How do I get Firefox?

1. Just click on the large Firefox logo above (or right here)

2. Click the Free Download link that appears on the next screen you see.

3. Click the appropriate box to save the download. (I recommend saving it to your desktop). For dialup users, the download will take approximately 15-20  minutes.

4. Once the download finishes, double-click the new icon on our desktop that says Firefox and follow the on-screen instructions to install.

Do I have to uninstall Internet Explorer?

No, Internet Explorer is part of Windows and the two can work side-by-side without a problem. In rare occasions, some shopping or banks sites might not function properly in Firefox, so you will need to use Internet Explorer for those sites.

Click Here for a summary of these features and even more how-to at the Firefox web site!