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Discussion in 'Windows 7' started by BGBG, Mar 14, 2026.

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  1. BGBG

    BGBG Registered Members

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    I keep getting messages saying my browser is no longer supported. What do I DO?????????????????
     
    BGBG, Mar 31, 2026
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    It's time to retire your Windows 7 computer, Bill.
     
    allheart55 (Cindy E), Mar 31, 2026
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  4. BGBG

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    My computer is a windows 7 and has become mostly unusable. Do not recognize most results when I try to do something and do not understand most of what I see. I am switching back and forth from Firefox to Google when either seems not to work.
    I have never experienced this before. I do not want to upgrade or buy another laptop. Do not know just what to do. At least this forum still seems to work.
     
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    BGBG, Apr 2, 2026
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  5. BGBG

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    I am using a Google and a Firefox browser. How can I update to a supported browser on windows 7 if it is possible? I do not wish to purchase a new computer for am too old to do so. I do not understand all the new things my computer never did before. I have a Dell Inspiron 5040 Laptop Windows 7.
     
    BGBG, Apr 2, 2026
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  6. plodr

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    You have run out of time using Windows 7. It is not possible to update a supported browser on Windows 7. Chrome (Google is not a browser) is not secure because it stopped being updated over 3 years ago. https://davescomputertips.com/chrome-ending-support-for-windows-7-8-8-1/
    February 2023.

    Firefox ESR has a version 115 for Windows 7 but more and more sites no longer recognize the browser. It will stop being updated in September 2026.

    Your options are:
    1. Do nothing - Stick with Windows 7 and be unable to use a lot of sites and risk getting infected
    2. Use your smart phone
    3. Buy an android tablet which works like a smart phone but has a larger screen
    4. Buy a new computer
     
    plodr, Apr 3, 2026
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    At my age I do not feel I want to buy another laptop, and at the high price I expect them to be.
     
    BGBG, Apr 6, 2026
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  8. allheart55 (Cindy E)

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    That's definitely your choice Bill.
    You'll just be limited in what you can do with an unsupported operating system.
     
    allheart55 (Cindy E), Apr 6, 2026
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    How do I get a supported browser to replace the Firefox and Google browser it says are outdated and not supported?
     
    BGBG, Apr 6, 2026
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    You can't. It is not possible.
     
    plodr, Apr 7, 2026
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    THEN WHAT CAN I DO????
     
    BGBG, Apr 7, 2026
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    Your options are:
    1. Do nothing - Stick with Windows 7 and be unable to use a lot of sites and risk getting infected
    2. Use your smart phone
    3. Buy an android tablet which works like a smart phone but has a larger screen
    4. Buy a new computer
     
    plodr, Apr 8, 2026
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    How can I get a browser version that is supported by Windows 7 64 bit? I was using Firefox a long time then went back to Google Chrome an I keep tting messages the browser is no longer supported. I would like to download and install a free browser. At my age I do not wish to start over with a new computer.
     
    BGBG, Apr 11, 2026
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    Liz answered your question here Bill.
     
    allheart55 (Cindy E), Apr 12, 2026
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    Bill, you keep asking the same question
    The answer remains the same. You can't.
     
    plodr, Apr 12, 2026
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    What do I do if 3 Threats are found with MWB Scan and quarantined? Usually nothing is ever found. These are named Trojan.MediaArena files.
     
    BGBG, Apr 16, 2026
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    Leave them in quarantine.
     
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    Thank You Cindy. I will do so. WG,
     
    BGBG, Apr 17, 2026
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  19. BGBG

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    How can I economically upgrade to a browser supported by Windows 7 on my Dell laptop? I am using Google Chrome now And it keeps reminding me to upgrade. Sorry to keep asking.
     
    BGBG, Apr 25, 2026
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    You can't Bill.
    There isn't a browser out there because Windows 7 is not supported any longer.
     
    allheart55 (Cindy E), Apr 26, 2026
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    You should be using FF ESR rather than Chrome on a Windows 7 computer. Chrome hasn't been patched for security in over 3 years, since February 2023. FF ESR, on the other hand is still receiving security updates. The current version is 115.35 and was updated last Tuesday.
    https://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/firefox_esr.html

    Otherwise, use your phone to surf.
     
    plodr, Apr 26, 2026
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