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 I want to use Firefox as my browser of choice at my new employer but company policy dictates mandatory use of IE. They've said if I can put a compelling case together they may make an exception. For me the main reason I use FF is all the add-ons. They are awesome and very useful. Can anyone else give me some good pointers... Much appreciated D | ||
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February 22nd Thanks everyone for their help with this. Following your responses I wrote my 'Justification for Using Firefox' and I got it!! Woohoo! Much love to the Gooruze community. brgds D FYI: here is what I submitted to the powers that be in IT Headquarters. RE: Justification for Firefox I respectfully request you consider my case for using Firefox for the following reasons:
Using Firebug, I can instantly see what changes to the code of a webpage would have to its appearance and/or function. This is extremely useful to illustrate the effects of possible improvements to the CX and CXagents websites. Using Web Developer, I can isolate certain code or page elements to get clearer information on their function and appearance. This is extremely helpful in identifying elements of a website that are noted for being very user-friendly or useful eg, an online calculator or comparison tool. Using SEO for Firefox, arguably one of the most useful add-ons to Firefox, I can understand in considerable details why competitors websites rank higher than CX’s website within search engines. Using these add-ons has allowed me to inprove and refine the online marketing strategies of previous companies where I have worked, with demonstrable results. I hope this provides adequate justification for allowing me to use Firefox. I would be happy to discuss any questions you have. Kindest regards David  Reply
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February 22nd with that sort of case...i wouldn't be surprised if they make all your co-workers use firefox too...
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January 10th Read the Top Ten Reasons to Switch to Firefox and give the most applicable reasons to your employer. Since it's open source, there are new developments constantly in the works.
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January 9th Tell them that the logo is cooler. Firefox - an angry giant fox with its tail on fire attacking mother earth....wooohhhhhhh! IE - an 'e' with a swirl...dull as dish water. Reply
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January 9th " They've said if I can put a compelling case together they may make an exception."
You want a compelling answer? Viruses I would say 98% of viruses are written for IE. Most do not work in FF. Reply
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January 9th I think you answered your own question: Add ons
Create a list of the add ons that add value to your workplace or your position and present that. (If you're on a Mac you can also point out that ie is no longer being developed for the mac and that using a browser that will only lose in terms of performance on the OS over time doesnt make sense) Pretty much everyone where i work is on ie/safari - with Entourage for mail -i've been using all mozilla products with no problems since i came on board. Reply
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