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How do I disable firefox for afew minutes to install my printer ?

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Hi, I need to disable firefox just briefly in order to install a new program on my computer can you tell me how? My tools browser does not seem to allow this for me . I am installing a printer and I have to use a CD-ROM to do this. thank you.


Linda Gregory


GregoryLM5@aol.com

Hi, I need to disable firefox just briefly in order to install a new program on my computer can you tell me how? My tools browser does not seem to allow this for me . I am installing a printer and I have to use a CD-ROM to do this. thank you. Linda Gregory GregoryLM5@aol.com

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You can just close Firefox. In the File menu select Exit, or click on the X in the top right corner.