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Firefox doesn't know how to open this address, because one of the following protocols (i) isn't associated with any program or is not allowed in this context.

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How to fix following error Firefox doesn't know how to open this address, because one of the following protocols (i) isn't associated with any program or is not allowed in this context.

How to fix following error Firefox doesn't know how to open this address, because one of the following protocols (i) isn't associated with any program or is not allowed in this context.

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Please post the link that is giving you problems.


Security Issue: Update your Flash Player Note: Windows users should download the active_x for Internet Explorer. and the plugin for Plugin-based browsers (like Firefox).

Note: Windows 8 and Windows 10 have built-in flash players and Adobe will cause a conflict. Install the plugin only. Not the active_x.

Flash Player Version: 22.0.0.192 Flash Player (Linux) Version 11.2.202.626

https://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/ Direct link scans current system and browser Note: Other software is offered in the download.

https://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/otherversions/ Step 1: Select Operating System Step 2: Select A Version (Firefox, Win IE . . . .) Note: Other software is offered in the download.


See if there are updates for your graphics drivers https://support.mozilla.org/kb/upgrade-graphics-drivers-use-hardware-acceleration

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Thank you for the reply. But already Flash player 18 Active X and plugin installed.

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FredMcD said

Flash Player Version: 22.0.0.192
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This would suggest that you try to open a link that starts with "i:", possibly a link to a local file.