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How do I make Firefox my default bowswer? None of the suggessted fixes works.

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iladhh
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I accidentally made Yahoo my default browser. I have followed the instructions as to how to make Firefox the default, but they don't work. I can't get rid of Yahoo.

I accidentally made Yahoo my default browser. I have followed the instructions as to how to make Firefox the default, but they don't work. I can't get rid of Yahoo.

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TonyE
TonyE
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The following link shows various ways to set Firefox as the default - http://kb.mozillazine.org/Default_browser

cor-el
cor-el
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You may also need "Reset toolbars and controls" on the Safe mode start window if Yahoo has invaded Firefox as well.

There are other things that need attention:

Your above posted system details show outdated plugin(s) with known security and stability risks that you should update.

  • Shockwave Flash 10.1 r85

Update the Flash plugin to the latest version.