5 Firefox settings for security

Firefox & You - October 2012

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Firefox is by your side
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With Halloween around the corner, you're likely to see lots of scary things on the street. Luckily, they'll be gone the next day (well, most of them), but there are things to worry about online all year long. That's why Firefox offers tools and tips to make sure you're as secure on the Web as you can be.

Here's what you'll find this month:

- Get 5 great ways to stay safe and secure with Firefox for desktop.
https://blog.mozilla.org/theden/2012/10/16/5-firefox-security-settings/

- Keep your private info private with Do Not Track on Firefox for Android .
http://blog.mozilla.org/theden/2012/09/20/firefox-tip-do-not-track-on-android

- Learn how to make strong, safe passwords that you can remember.
https://blog.mozilla.org/theden/2012/08/07/password-dos-and-donts/

- See how Firefox keeps the "strange things" away in a fan-created video.
https://firefoxflicks.mozilla.org/en-US/video/329


Keep reading for the complete stories and more!


Winston, Carmen & Jessilyn
Editors

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5 settings for safety
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Online safety is like exercise: you know it's good for you, but sometimes you wish it were easier (and unfortunately, it can hurt if you do it wrong). That's why Firefox offers a number of pain-free ways to increase your security.

See all 5 ways to keep yourself safe, secure and browsing without worry:

https://blog.mozilla.org/theden/2012/10/16/5-firefox-security-settings/


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Do Not Track on Firefox for Android
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As you may know from reading this newsletter, many websites track visitors' behavior and then sell that information to other companies (like advertisers). The Do Not Track feature in Firefox lets you tell websites you don't want your browsing tracked (though it's still up to the sites whether or not they honor that request). But what you might not know is that you can also get the benefits of Do Not Track when you're on the go with Firefox for Android.

Read more about Do Not Track on Android, including how to turn it on:

http://blog.mozilla.org/theden/2012/09/20/firefox-tip-do-not-track-on-android


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Passwords are like toothbrushes
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There's a saying when it comes to online passwords: they're like a toothbrush. That's because you want a good toothbrush (just like a password), you should change it often (just like a password) and you should never share it (just like a password).

Here are some tips to help you pick a strong password. If you're looking for a toothbrush, we recommend talking to your dental care professional.

https://blog.mozilla.org/theden/2012/08/07/password-dos-and-donts/


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Avoid "strange things" on the Web
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There are strange, weird and scary things lurking on the Web,
https://firefoxflicks.mozilla.org/en-US/video/329
as you'll see in this stunning video created by a member of our community. But you'll also see that Firefox cares about your security and privacy — just like you do — and helps keep you safe, no matter what you're doing online.


https://firefoxflicks.mozilla.org/en-US/video/329


Share the video to let your friends know that with Firefox, they can "live safe, be safe, without surprises."

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Featured Desktop Add-ons
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Pearltrees
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Collect, organize and share your interests in a visual and social library.

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Public Fox
https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/public-fox/?src=external-newsletter

Block downloads and lockdown bookmarks and add-ons with a password.

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Latest Fashions for Your Browser
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Today's Tips
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Desktop

How do I remove a single website from my history? Learn more:

http://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/remove-recent-browsing-search-and-download-history#w_how-do-i-remove-a-single-website-from-my-history

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Mobile

How do I open a new tab on Firefox for Android? Find out:

http://support.mozilla.org/kb/firefox-android-faq#w_how-do-i-open-a-new-tab

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Firefox Health Check
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Keep Your Firefox Happy

Be sure you have the latest, greatest and most secure version of Firefox. Crash protection is currently available for Windows and Linux.

https://www.mozilla.org/firefox/fx/?WT.mc_id=em19&WT.mc_ev=click#desktop

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Are Your Plugins Up to Date?
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Old plugins can interrupt browsing, waste time and increase risk of attack from malware and viruses. Follow these easy steps to stay up to date:

http://www.mozilla.com/plugincheck/

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http://support.mozilla.com/

Search our support pages for answers and advice about using Firefox:
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Or help other users here.
http://support.mozilla.com/

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