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How do I change Firefox's user agent via about:config?

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Mar 15, 202665157 views
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My work has blocked Internet access with Firefox. I know how to change the value of “general.useragent.extra.firefox” through about:config, but when I try to change it to IE, I still can’t access any website. I have Firefox 3.5.6 and Internet Explorer 7 installed on my desktop. Now, would I have to…

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That setting influences only a part of useragent string. Try the one. This is what User Agent Switcher extension does. Tip: this setting may be not present in fresh install. You can create it with context menu. Also, if you think you cannot install …

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