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What happens to your email account when changing a browser?

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Nothing - you just log on in the other browser like you would with your old one. Mail is stored on the server.

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What do I do if I can't open any websites or even Google on my Windows 10 computer using Chrome 46?

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You could go back to another browser, call support, get another browser, and troubleshoot the internet.

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What's the best browser for privacy and security?

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Try Tor, it keeps you anonymous at all times, but I do not recommend logging in on Tor or going fullscreen, tas he whole point is to stay anonymous. You can also use a really secure web engine instead of Google, it's called DuckDuckGo, and it's Tor's default search engine.

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I need to change from Firefox to another browser, what are some options?

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There are many browser options to choose from. Some of the more popular options include Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Opera.

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Do current logins and passwords remain when changing browsers?

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Some browsers can import passwords from other browsers; usually they will ask when you start the new browser for the first time. However, not all allow this option.

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What do I do if Firefox keeps wanting me to update it?

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It's always best to keep your web browser up to date, so I would recommend letting Firefox install the update.

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When updating web browsers does it effect operating system requirements?

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Updating web browsers generally does not impact operating system requirements. Browsers are designed to be compatible with multiple operating systems. However, some updates may introduce new features that require specific operating system versions or components. It is important to review the system requirements provided by the browser developer before updating to ensure compatibility with your operating system.

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