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how do one block downloading

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mosesb44
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I am trying to block anyone from downloading programs to my computer. I do have other people using my computer and they are downloading program which they think are free. Along with the download comes a lot of other junk which is hosing up my computer.

Thank you, Bernard Moses

I am trying to block anyone from downloading programs to my computer. I do have other people using my computer and they are downloading program which they think are free. Along with the download comes a lot of other junk which is hosing up my computer. Thank you, Bernard Moses

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cor-el
cor-el
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You can look at this extension:

Note that this is an extension and can easily be bypassed by starting in Safe mode by knowledgeable people.

Starting Firefox in Safe mode can be done via these methods:

  • On Windows, hold down the Shift key while starting Firefox with a double-click on the Firefox desktop shortcut
  • On Mac, hold down the Options key while starting Firefox
  • Help > Restart with Add-ons Disabled