Howto: Update firefox on Linux

To update Firefox on a Linux system, you can use the apt-get or yum package manager, depending on the package manager that your system uses.

It is important to note that updating Firefox can be a risky process, and it is important to follow the instructions carefully to avoid causing any damage to your system. It is also a good idea to back up your important data before proceeding with the update.

Here are the steps to update Firefox on a Linux system using apt-get:

1. Open a terminal window and log in to the system as the root user.

2. Run the following command to update the package manager's list of available packages:

apt-get update

3. Run the following command to install the latest version of Firefox:

apt-get install firefox

This will install the latest stable version of Firefox from the repositories.

4. Once the installation is complete, you can start using the updated version of Firefox.

Here are the steps to update Firefox on a Linux system using yum:

1. Open a terminal window and log in to the system as the root user.

2. Run the following command to update the package manager's list of available packages:

yum update

3. Run the following command to install the latest version of Firefox:

yum install firefox

This will install the latest stable version of Firefox from the repositories.

4. Once the installation is complete, you can start using the updated version of Firefox.

For more information about updating Firefox on a Linux system, you can consult the documentation or visit the Firefox website.