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Alan Bartlett <[log in to unmask]>
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Alan Bartlett <[log in to unmask]>
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Tue, 3 Sep 2013 16:50:30 +0100
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On 3 September 2013 16:43, Tom Rosmond <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> I just upgraded my system from 5.5 to 6.4 (64 bit) and have one
> outstanding issue still plaguing me.  Firefox does not find the java
> plugin, which disables many web applications I need.  I have seen web
> chatter in several sites about this problem, including SL, so it
> certainly must be widespread.
>
> I notice that only the 64 bit version of firefox was installed as part
> of my 6.4 build, and I see frequent comments in the discussions about
> compatibility problems between 64 bit firefox and the Java plugin.  If
> so, would a switch to the 32 bit firefox help?  Or is there hope that an
> update to firefox/Java will be available soon that will fix the problem?
> Any other suggestions?
>
> T. Rosmond

The package name that comes to mind is 'iced-tea-web', if I am
remembering correctly!

Alan.

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