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i close firefox and it doesnt shut down only the window closes

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tichama
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i have to manually end process for firefox in the task manager I'm using Windows vista with zonealarm security. if i don't go into the task manager and end process the browser wont open

i have to manually end process for firefox in the task manager I'm using Windows vista with zonealarm security. if i don't go into the task manager and end process the browser wont open

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the-edmeister
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https://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Firefox%20hangs#w_hang-at-exit

tichama
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Found in firefox help: "If you use ZoneAlarm on Windows Vista, uninstall it and use another firewall product (or use the Windows Firewall)."

what the hex is wrong with ZoneAlarm, don't they have updates like every other software company? If so, why is this problem not resolved?