FireFox update?

[monkey44]

FireFox keeps popping a window telling me to 'update it' ... I don't want to update it ... it works fine.

Each time I get this LT working the way I want it, it ALWAYS wants to update itself. I'd rather leave it alone -- each time I apply one of these updates for a program - the LT starts acting weird, or won't load smoothly, or whatever.

Can't we just leave it like it is? Updates seem to pop up on stuff every month or so ... it gets annoying after awhile. Rather just leave it, but it keeps popping up constantly ... works fine, leave me alone.

[Horizon170]

tenbear wrote:
I have Firefox set to automatic updates. So far, no problems. Most of the time I don't even know it has done an update.

X2

[tenbear]

I have Firefox set to automatic updates. So far, no problems. Most of the time I don't even know it has done an update.

[monkey44]

QUOTE: programs at same time or inadvertently shuts down not knowing updating is taking place in the back-ground. Easy to do on systems with slower CPU's or less memory.

"Notify me" is best and the updates should be done at a secure site as soon as possible, and don't run other programs or mess with the computer until the installations have finished. Pay attention and follow the instructions.

YUP... that's what we try to do because we depend on help with these kinds of issues. Not everyone can become tech savvy as fast as this stuff changes ... especially if we start of non-tech savvy to begin with. We'd have to learn all the obsolete stuff as well as the new stuff that replaces it -- pretty near impossible.

Most of the time, we're pretty satisfied with how the laptop runs - but then, someone in the tech world makes a change, which forces us to make a change we'd rather not make. And that's when the 'fun' starts.

As an example: The issue with Wdw8 -- and not only us tech-stupids either, as MS is releasing another OS because Wdw8 WAS/IS such a mess for a lot of folks.

We spent quite a few buck returning to the Wdw7 systems on three computers, and are very happy with the results - our electronics systems work fine again ... and that's the real issue. It's obviously (with us at least) not about saving a few bucks, it's getting the system to operate as we want it to operate.

We expect sometime in the future, we'll have to adjust again to another system, but for now, we're pleased we got this done and are back on track. RV.net is always a great help - everyone contributes a variety of knowledge to assist other RV.net members with issues ... a great forum.

[MNtundraRet]

monkey44 wrote:
Yes, 1492 Thanks ... I have it checked for "ask me" not automatic update ... and it keeps asking me.

Sometimes, I'd like to update ... but with the FireFox, it seems to run worse after the updates than before. And it seems to run fine now -- of course, I'd not want the 'nasties' getting in either, so it's either you update it or you update it ... no winners in the long run, I guess.

And, I run the updates when we have a WIFI tap-in, like a library - instead of blowing out our 'hotspot' allowance. Seems this FireFox update pops up every five minutes tho' ... annoying a bit. Will have update time this weekend.

Your habit of updating at public sites (i.e. Library) to save money is just asking for trouble. Especially for someone like you who always posting with your latest problem or perceived complaint. Dependent your installed security some systems may be more vulnerable to attack while downloading updates.

One thing I do agree about is the automatic updating can cause problems for some because of downloading and installation can fail if user is running programs at same time or inadvertently shuts down not knowing updating is taking place in the back-ground. Easy to do on systems with slower CPU's or less memory.

"Notify me" is best and the updates should be done at a secure site as soon as possible, and don't run other programs or mess with the computer until the installations have finished. Pay attention and follow the instructions.

[1492]

Actually, they do have a point. You can turn off update notifications. But should not put off upgrading too long. In fact, among the two most patched programs in 2013 for vulnerabilities were reportedly Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox.

[stetwood]

Popsie wrote:
The Internet Bad Boys seldom rest. New ways to attack your computer, steal your passwords, empty your bank accounts, etc. etc. keep popping up.

Firefox, along with Microsoft, Apple, Adobe, etc. etc. keep cranking out fixes to protect you from the latest attacks.

When you don't keep up to date, it's like leaving an open door to your computer for the bad guys to get into it.

So, even if you think it's a pain, all the experts tell us to keep up with the updates or sooner or later something bad will happen to our computers.

agreed

[monkey44]

Yes, 1492 Thanks ... I have it checked for "ask me" not automatic update ... and it keeps asking me.

Sometimes, I'd like to update ... but with the FireFox, it seems to run worse after the updates than before. And it seems to run fine now -- of course, I'd not want the 'nasties' getting in either, so it's either you update it or you update it ... no winners in the long run, I guess.

And, I run the updates when we have a WIFI tap-in, like a library - instead of blowing out our 'hotspot' allowance. Seems this FireFox update pops up every five minutes tho' ... annoying a bit. Will have update time this weekend.

[RoyB]

I am running FIREFOX Version 27.0.1 here... I guess a newer version must be out now...

[1492]

Follow this animation to disable Firefox update notifications.

[Popsie]

The Internet Bad Boys seldom rest. New ways to attack your computer, steal your passwords, empty your bank accounts, etc. etc. keep popping up.

Firefox, along with Microsoft, Apple, Adobe, etc. etc. keep cranking out fixes to protect you from the latest attacks.

When you don't keep up to date, it's like leaving an open door to your computer for the bad guys to get into it.

So, even if you think it's a pain, all the experts tell us to keep up with the updates or sooner or later something bad will happen to our computers.

[Dutch_12078]

Try this link:

Mozilla support: Auto-update checking