Firefox Browser

Firefox is a free and open-source web browser developed by Mozilla with a focus on privacy, security, and customization.

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Installation

macOS

Using Mac App Store: Search for "Firefox Browser"
Using Homebrew: brew install --cask firefox
Or download and drag to Applications folder
Supports both Intel and Apple Silicon

Windows

Using Chocolatey: choco install firefox
Or run the downloaded installer
Supports Windows 10/11
Available in 32-bit and 64-bit versions

Linux

Available in most package managers
Ubuntu: apt install firefox
Fedora: dnf install firefox
Or download from Mozilla

Basic Configuration

Choose default browser settings
Sign in to Firefox Account (optional)
Configure privacy settings:
- Enhanced Tracking Protection
- Cookie preferences
- Search engine selection
Import bookmarks/passwords
Install essential add-ons
Set up Firefox Sync (optional)

Features

Enhanced tracking protection
Password manager
Firefox Sync
Picture-in-Picture
Firefox Monitor
Multi-account containers
Developer tools
Customizable interface
Extensions support
Private browsing
PDF viewer
Firefox Screenshots
Pocket integration
DNS over HTTPS
Browser isolation
Tab management
Cross-platform sync
WebRTC support
Web Assembly support

Summary

Firefox provides a powerful alternative to Chromium-based browsers, with a strong focus on privacy and user control. Its open-source nature, extensive customization options, and commitment to web standards make it a popular choice for both casual users and developers.

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