It seems you're complaining about Firefox being really bad. Let me know how I can help!
It seems you're complaining about Firefox being really bad. Let me know how I can help!
I see a significant decline in performance. My current setup uses Mozilla Firefox 43.0.2 with Noscript and Ghostery installed. Page load times are now frequently over a second, which is much slower than before. Any suggestions?
Test execution without the latest plugins to compare performance.
If Firefox is installed, I favor the ESR release because of the issues with the current version and its sensitivity to about:config tweaks. The latest release is 38.5.2, which is a bit outdated. It works adequately for me personally. To keep up with the newest updates, you should remove your existing setup and install the 64-bit edition. Also, avoid using Ghostery as it may share your data with ad networks you wish to block. You can turn off this feature, but I remain skeptical about its reliability. Privacy Badger, developed by the EFF, offers better security. It is also open-source. Steer clear of NoScript unless you're experienced, since it can be complex to set up.
Have you explored turning on HTTP pipelining? A few users say it can improve performance in certain situations, and there’s no clear reason not to experiment.
The issue with Ghostery might be related to what you're sharing. ESR stands for Easy Security Reports, a feature in Firefox that helps track privacy. A modified Firefox like CM is similar to an Android app, which can add complexity. NoScript is a tool used to manage extensions and their impact on privacy. Some users find add-ons helpful because they simplify handling multiple extensions while maintaining security.
ESR is created by Mozilla directly. According to the linked page, ESR means Extended Support Release. It aims to maintain Firefox's stability, which may mean it lags behind consumer updates. It's commonly used by businesses and organizations, though I favor it over the standard version. If your setup works well, stick with it. NoScript is fine.
It's much harder than simply reinstalling. I've already cleared everything, but it feels worse now. The process isn't as straightforward as just restoring. Once I switch back to ESR, will it be tidy?