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How to I get rid of this annoying search engine? It suddenly appeared on my computer instead of Google.

How to I get rid of this annoying search engine? It suddenly appeared on my computer instead of Google.

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could you please specify where exactly google got replaced (see screenshot). you might also want to try installing the search-reset addon...

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See the Search Bar article for help removing unwanted search engines. If the arcosine software made other unwanted changes to Firefox, such as adding a toolbar or changing your home page or other settings, see Remove a toolbar that has taken over your Firefox search or home page.

P.S. This other thread may also be helpful

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could you please specify where exactly google got replaced (see screenshot). you might also want to try installing the search-reset addon...