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How to Configure Update Settings in Firefox 3 for Windows

By Scott Orgera, About.com

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Open Your Firefox Browser

It is very important to keep your Firefox 3 browser updated to the latest and greatest version available. There are two main reasons for this and they involve security and functionality. First, many browser updates are released to correct security flaws found within the previous version or versions. It is imperative that you maintain the latest update of Firefox to minimize exposure to possibly harmful vulnerabilities. Second, some browser updates include new or enhanced features which you want to take full advantage of.

Firefox has its own integrated update mechanism, and its settings can be configured to your liking. Update configuration can be done in a few easy steps, and this tutorial will teach you how it is done.

First, open your Firefox browser.

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