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

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

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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.


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Update the Flash plugin to the latest version.