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Anyone using V.4.0.1?
I have been using it for a little over a week. Yesterday afternoon I started getting hung-up every time I created a reply to a post on at PS.com.
I would stop Foxfire, it will abort all open tabs and windows, send the error msg and dump to Bill Gates, then I can do a manual restart and recover to the point it hung, no lost data.
I am running XP Pro, with the latest updates.
:mad:
Sir--
I am having issues with Firefox version 4.0.1. The specific issues at PS.COM are intermittent.
Of late, I've been using Google Chrome and Firefox simultaneously.
My next machine will be an Apple. This time I really really really mean it.
I run on it on Win 7 64bit and it has locked up from the git go, but not as you describe. In my case Firefox only locks up if I leave it open for awhile and then return to use it.
ReefBlue
06-06-2011, 06:47
I've had problems too. Scripts no longer work, add-ons are no longer compatible and there are no updates.
Luckily I have two computers and didn't upgrade the other one.
longrange1947
06-06-2011, 07:15
I have only had problems when I am searching and wind up with mulitple windows open, I use vista as my OS. It shuts down and restarts in the same place it shut down with zero lose if data.
I use Exploer on my laptop in windows 7, no issues. :D
bandycpa
06-06-2011, 07:27
I haven't loaded Firefox v.4.0.1 yet. When I initially started to download it, I kept getting messages that I would have to reload certain scripts and that Firefox may not work with certain programs / processes. I canceled the download, and keep hitting the "ask later" button when prompted to download again.
I'm just going to wait for the next version to come out. My old version works just fine as of right now, and I'm perfectly content with that.
(Of course, it took me years to finally put DOS out to pasture. :) )
Masochist
06-07-2011, 13:05
I run Vista Ultimate SP2, 64-bit on my PC. I've been having the same shutdown issues when I upgraded to 4.0.0, and sometimes with 4.0.1 I still face these issues. I originally hesitated upgrading due to add-on incompatibility. On my laptop I reverted from Vista Business 32-bit to XP Pro, staying with Firefox 3.x.x with no problems.
Mozilla (maker of Firefox) did some major overhauling to the browser, and apparently even major companies such as Google, Adobe and Norton (among others) had issues getting their add-ons ready before the release.
FYI, it looks as though Firefox 5 will be released by the end of the month. :rolleyes: Good luck.
I can't stand it. I may go back to IE. :eek:
It's closed my browser 2 times in 20 minutes just today.
I always wait a good while before updating Firefox when a new version comes out. I always tell it, "Later."
Then when I figure the dust has settled, I update it on my least essential computer first and use it as a guinea pig.
I got burned twice before wising up.
Texas_Shooter
06-08-2011, 19:47
I have yet to experience the problems that any of you have. I'm running Windows Vista 32- bit Service Pack 2.
Masochist
06-09-2011, 11:05
Since upgrading to 4.0.1, the shutdown issues have pretty much ceased. However, Adobe Flash plugin crashes sometimes, which it didn't do before. :rolleyes:
I did notice the "Organize Bookmarks" tab no longer exists under "Bookmarks" on the toolbar. The actual function still exists, but even when you query "Help" on it, it tells you to click on the (non-existent) "Organize Bookmarks" under "Bookmarks."
For anyone who needs to access/organize/export their bookmarks, ctrl+shift+b should bring up the window.
Since upgrading to 4.0.1, the shutdown issues have pretty much ceased. However, Adobe Flash plugin crashes sometimes, which it didn't do before. :rolleyes:
I did notice the "Organize Bookmarks" tab no longer exists under "Bookmarks" on the toolbar. The actual function still exists, but even when you query "Help" on it, it tells you to click on the (non-existent) "Organize Bookmarks" under "Bookmarks."
For anyone who needs to access/organize/export their bookmarks, ctrl+shift+b should bring up the window.
This is spooky,,
1)I didn't get the hang until after I installed 4.0.1
2)Show all BookMarks is still on my bookmarks drop down... next to it: Ctrl-Shift+B
:p
Has anyone tried it?
Version 4.0.1 is the devil I know and I'm wondering if it is worth going down the primrose path to meet his kid brother.
Running 5.0 now and love it. Been using Firefox for many years and I'd never go back to IE.
Masochist
07-20-2011, 19:31
I've been using 5.0 as well since it came out, and I don't have any complaints. No crashes and the majority of my add-ons still work.
Texas_Shooter
07-20-2011, 20:58
I am on Firefox 5.0. Had one or two crashes but I was running three or four tabs at once so I attribute that to the problem. I really like the Personas that you can use to customize your browser.
What about Google Chrome? Anyone using it? Any problems with it?
Chrome is great but I'm just use to Firefox and it's hard to teach this old dog new tricks sometimes.
Masochist
07-20-2011, 21:24
I have four browsers on my system (Firefox, Chrome, Safari and IE) and play around with each of them from time to time. FF is my primary, and IE is used pretty much only for Army sites that don't play nice with other browsers. While I haven't used the other two nearly as much as FF, I have never had issues with them crashing and their loading speeds are comparable to FF. The GUI takes a little bit of getting used to if you've never ventured out of your comfort zone, however. Nothing major, though.
YMMV, HTH
FF is my primary, and IE is used pretty much only for Army sites that don't play nice with other browsers.
You can thank the standards were meant to be broken crowd for that :rolleyes: :mad:
I have to deal with this on at least a weekly basis, if not more(we need a soapbox emoticon).
I primarily use FF, had no issues with 5.0.1 so far. Chrome used to load pages faster, however, recent versions seem on par with FF and IE.
This is spooky,,
1)I didn't get the hang until after I installed 4.0.1
2)Show all BookMarks is still on my bookmarks drop down... next to it: Ctrl-Shift+B
:p
Sorry I did not see this post sooner.
Did some testing with it awhile ago and basically there are two ways to fix it for sure, and one I haven't tested.
1) Either have the guys whom built the website(s) write code to work around it (which I did for my site)
2) Uninstall 4.0.1, Install 3.6xx
3) Personally Untested, Click Help, About, then Check for Updates. It will Update to 5.0. Cross your fingers.
Hope that helps some.
Hope that helps some.
I installed v.5.0,, so far no problems.. :D
I installed v.5.0,, so far no problems.. :D
Great.
Computers are helpful tools, but sometimes you just want to throw'em out a window :D
Running Win7 64 bit pro with FF 5.0.1. Have had no problems at all. Have IE9 on my desktop at home, jury still out.
Irishsquid
07-26-2011, 20:42
Heh...I still run Lynx. Never have any problems.
Aside from that, I generally use firefox if I actually feel the NEED for graphics (if I want to watch training videos)
So far, I've been much happier with Firefox (properly modified, of course) than with Chrome. IE isn't really an option for me, as I run Linux.
Heh...I still run Lynx. Never have any problems.
Aside from that, I generally use firefox if I actually feel the NEED for graphics (if I want to watch training videos)
So far, I've been much happier with Firefox (properly modified, of course) than with Chrome. IE isn't really an option for me, as I run Linux.
LOL! it's good on sat or terminals on Linux/Unix just never tried it for PS. Didn't even know till just now there's a Win Version.
For you guys who don't want graphics on Firefox or IE from time to time there is an Extension (add-ons) that's safe called Web Developer Tools. You can turn on or off pretty much whatever you want.
Ret10Echo
08-02-2011, 18:07
From BBC Technology Page (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-14370878)
2 August 2011
Internet Explorer users have lower IQ says study
Internet Explorer users have a lower than average IQ, according to research by Consulting firm AptiQuant.
The study gave web surfers an IQ test, then plotted their scores against the browser they used.
IE surfers were found to have an average IQ lower than people using Chrome, Firefox and Safari. Users of Camino and Opera rated highest.
The report has sparked anger from IE supporters, who have threatened AptiQuant with legal action.
:D
From BBC Technology Page (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-14370878)
:D
That makes sense, Sheep are pretty dumb ;)
Betcha MENSA uses IE :D :munchin
Princeton University uses FF On campus and in all the libraries.
Ret10Echo
08-03-2011, 09:55
Well, it was fun while it lasted....
A BBC investigation has revealed that a widely cited survey claiming Internet Explorer users had lower IQs than people using other web browsers was a hoax.
link (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-14389430)
Well, it was fun while it lasted....
link (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-14389430)
No comment...sir :D
Running 5.0 now and love it. Been using Firefox for many years and I'd never go back to IE.
IE crashes so often..I find it hard to believe microsoft don't seem bothered about solving the issues with their IE releases.
That and the fact MSN chat gets spammed like mad.
Well, it was fun while it lasted....
1) Just because it is a lie doesn't mean it isn't true.
2) At my work (DoS) the #2 electronic security violation is people trying to install Firefox.
3) People who still use IE do so because they can't fathom what they're missing! :munchin
I spent several hours this morning trying to get my CAC login for AKO functioning on a new computer. I hate IE and government systems that require it with a vengeance.
-out
On the topic of IE vs. Firefox, apparently IE does a better job of protecting the sheep: http://www.networkworld.com/news/2011/081511-ie-nss-labs.html
Irishsquid
08-16-2011, 19:13
On the topic of IE vs. Firefox, apparently IE does a better job of protecting the sheep: http://www.networkworld.com/news/2011/081511-ie-nss-labs.html
Only straight-out-of-the-box. Firefox has a number of addons which, IMO, make it far superior from a security standpoint, thought admittedly less convenient. For a casual user who wants transparent, if not terribly effective security, IE is the way to go. For a user who is willing to deal with the time and inconvenience necessary, FF can be made far more secure than IE can.
Masochist
08-17-2011, 20:10
Decided to try Firefox 6.0 (boy, they grow up so fast :cool:) just for the heck of it. It crashed on first startup after reboot. :rolleyes:
Rest of the evening, however, it's been running fine and seemingly a little faster. And the majority of my plugins (minus some of the more obscure spell-check dictionaries) were compatible.
I noticed FF 6.0 does not include spell check for en-US by default, it needs to be installed separately as an extension, anyone else notice this as well?
I noticed FF 6.0 does not include spell check for en-US by default, it needs to be installed separately as an extension, anyone else notice this as well?FWIW, I upgraded from FF 4 to FF 6 yesterday (skipping version 5 entirely). From the amount of red I'm seeing in the initial drafts of my posts, the spell check is still working.:o [Thank goodness.:cool:]
IMO, it is not encouraging that Mozilla is rolling out new versions of FF so quickly. YMMV.
Weird, I guess it's just me. :rolleyes:
IMO, it is not encouraging that Mozilla is rolling out new versions of FF so quickly. YMMV.
http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/231226/why_firefoxs_rapid_release_schedule_is_no_big_deal .html
Or...
http://tech.blorge.com/Structure:%20/2011/08/16/firefox-rapid-release-cycle-needs-to-die/
An interesting side note is that Mozilla wants to remove the version information from Help --> About, I guess this meshes with their "don't look at the version" release cycle. More on that here: http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9219280/Mozilla_to_drop_Firefox_version_number_sparks_back lash
I'd like to think I'm smart enough to stop making mistakes like this one.:o:rolleyes:
FYI/FWIW, after upgrading from Firefox 6.0.2 to Firefox 7.0.1, the browser will not run on my machine and efforts to uninstall the latest and greatest version are proving, ah, frustrating.:mad: A perfectly good caffeine rush has been ruined.:boohoo
This may be the opportunity to become comfortable/familiar with Google Chrome.
Ret10Echo
10-19-2011, 04:20
This may be the opportunity to become comfortable/familiar with Google Chrome.
I've switched over to Chrome and been quite pleased with the performance and stability. (with the exception of the work-related-odd-duck-site that still requires IE ).
FWIW, I upgraded from FF 4 to FF 6 yesterday (skipping version 5 entirely). From the amount of red I'm seeing in the initial drafts of my posts, the spell check is still working.:o [Thank goodness.:cool:]
IMO, it is not encouraging that Mozilla is rolling out new versions of FF so quickly. YMMV.
Yes! There are many developers going for Quantity over Quality. The results can range from minor BS to serious security holes and crashes. The later, Crashes, can not only cause OS/File System level issues but also can be exploited to gain control over your computer.
The most disturbing thing to me is, this is taught in Computer 100 classes. Though many 'developers' don't understand as much about the 'machine' as they used to, they're taught more about Algorithm's than what they are building on. Ever wonder why all the site break in's? That's the biggest reason why.
I've switched over to Chrome and been quite pleased with the performance and stability. (with the exception of the work-related-odd-duck-site that still requires IE ).
Google has many of the best scientists and engineers in the business. They build most of their stuff to be fast and stable.
Translated: Takes more time and skill. The harder and longer path to resulting product, but a faster and more stable one.
Slightly off topic:
Rapid development environments such as Java introduce uncontrolled behaviors that are intended to protect the developer from knowing about the machine/OS and focus on the task. For IPhone/Andriod Apps it is great, for other platforms and tasks, not so much.
Facebook was lucky to unf... themselves from using a scripting language for their entire platform, though it took years and lots of money to do it. Many of the slowest websites on the web are result of this type of design and development.