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Firefox won't launch; get a message"firefox is configured to use a proxy server that is refusing connections"

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ranga1105
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I have a DELL machine with Windows 7. Recently I had a virus attack; looks like Firefox 3.6 went into a "safe mode". When I try to launch Firefox, I get a message"firefox is configured to use a proxy server that is refusing connections" How do I solve this problem?

I have a DELL machine with Windows 7. Recently I had a virus attack; looks like Firefox 3.6 went into a "safe mode". When I try to launch Firefox, I get a message"firefox is configured to use a proxy server that is refusing connections" How do I solve this problem?

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cor-el
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In Firefox 3.6.4 and later the default connection settings have been changed to "Use the system proxy settings".
See "Firefox connection settings" in Server Not Found - Troubleshoot connection problems

You can find the connection settings in Tools > Options > Advanced : Network : Connection
If you do not need to use a proxy to connect to internet then select No Proxy

ranga1105
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Thanx cor-el......I followed your directions and changed the Network connection settings to "No Proxy" and it worked!!! Now I am browsing again!!

cor-el
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You're welcome