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Firefox Add Ons Cover Your Tracks Block Intrusions
Published December 21st, 2007 in Anonymity, Browser Security, Extensions, Firefox, Privacy, Security
It’s well known that search engine operators, among others, record queries together with IP addresses. TrackMeNot is a boon for users who find that overly intrusive. The add-on blows a thick layer of fog by sending randomly selected queries in the background to all possible search engines. Queries actually sent by the user cannot be differentiated from the herd and disappear into the fog.
Firefox is known as the quintessential free browser. Users can not only download it free of charge, they can also expand its abilities in almost unlimited ways. A dedicated developer community makes this possible by programming and updating special extensions called "add-ons." Technology News: Tech Stew: Firefox Add-Ons Cover Your Tracks, Block Intrusions
