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Does "Safe Mode" also mean "Safe" for internet banking

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kiwibill44
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I am wondering if "Safe Mode" only refers to the Firefox browser stability and operation, AND/OR it means it is also a more "Secure Mode" for "Internet Banking" (i.e. more safe to stop hackers etc from finding out personal details of one's bank account etc.)?

I am wondering if "Safe Mode" only refers to the Firefox browser stability and operation, AND/OR it means it is also a more "Secure Mode" for "Internet Banking" (i.e. more safe to stop hackers etc from finding out personal details of one's bank account etc.)?

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the-edmeister
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Nope, it is a troubleshooting / maintenance mode. Nothing to do with security.

http://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Safe+Mode

cor-el
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kiwibill44
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Many thanks - the description of "Safe" could be misleading