Firefox and Thunderbird : Beyond Browsing and Email

Hipson, Peter D.

Que Pub（2005/11発売）

• 製本 Paperback:紙装版/ペーパーバック版／ページ数 337 p.
• 言語 ENG
• 商品コード 9780789734587
• DDC分類 005.71376

Full Description

There's a new browser in townalternative to Microsoft Internet Explorer. If you are new to Firefox and want to see what all the buzz is about, Firefox and Thunderbird: Beyond Browsing and Email is the guide that you need. By focusing on how to configure and customize Firefox and Thunderbird, this book will show you how to quickly get a hold of the less intuitive features that most new users struggle to figure out. You will discover which of Firefox's many options should be adjusted, which shouldn't, and how to locate many hidden preferences that will ultimately create a better browsing experience. The author's tips and tricks will teach you how to adjust the browser's appearance and behavior, and how to install the most popular extensions to maximize the browser's performance.You'll also be introduced to Firefox's e-mail client companion, Thunderbird. You'll cover Thunderbird's built-in spam filters, calendar, and customizeable layout and toolbars. Personalize your e-mail with tips and tricks dedicated to getting the most out of Thunderbird, and learn how to make it work together with Firefox for a seamless online experience.You can even find out how to contribute to the development of Firefox and Thunderbird. A special section on Web development will show you how you can add new extensions, themes, and customizations to each one and make an impact on the future of Firefox and Thunderbird.

Contents

Introduction.The Mozilla ProjectThe Mozilla SuiteWhy Firefox Now?ThunderbirdThe Mozilla Open Source CommunityWho Should Read This Book?What Is in This Book?From the AuthorI. MAKING FIREFOX YOURS.1. Hitting the Ground Running with Firefox.Installing FirefoxWindowsLinuxUnderstanding Bookmarks and FavoritesInternet Explorer's FavoritesFirefox's BookmarksTransferring Internet Explorer's Favorites to FirefoxSynchronizing with Internet ExplorerMaking Firefox the Default BrowserInstallation and Configuration Secrets for Power Users2. The Power of Tabs and Bookmarks.Using Tabs to Manage PagesOpening a New TabOpening a Link in a TabChanging Tabbrowser Extensions Configuration OptionsNavigating Between TabsRearranging TabsRearranging Tabs with the MouseRearranging Tabs with the KeyboardOpening Multiple Bookmarks in TabsCreating and Using TabGroupsUsing Live Bookmarks and Bookmarks in FirefoxLive Bookmarks, Live Bookmark Articles, and BookmarksConfiguring Live Bookmarks and Bookmarks in TabbrowserWorking with Multiple Home Pages in TabsTabbing and Bookmark Secrets for Power Users3. Finding Information with Firefox.Firefox Search EnginesUsing the Location BarUsing the Search BarAdding Search Engines to the Search BarSwitching Search EnginesWorking with Firefox's Keywords SystemWorking with the Find BarStoring SearchesNavigating the HistoryConfiguring HistoryDownloaded HistorySearching Secrets for Power Users4. Managing Profiles.Locating Your ProfileConfiguration File: user.jsCustomizing Firefox's Look and Feel with userChrome.cssCustomizing How Content Is Displayed with userContent.cssUsing about:configCreating Profiles with the Profile WizardBacking Up a ProfileRestoring a ProfileUsing Multiple ProfilesImporting Profile InformationSharing a ProfileProfile Secrets for Power Users5. Taking Control of Your Browser.Understanding Web Security IssuesWebsites Written for Internet ExplorerBlocking Pop-upsBlocking Banner AdsBlocking Ads with AdblockImporting, Exporting, and Removing FiltersAdblock PreferencesSoftware Installations from Non-Mozilla SitesControlling JavaScriptUsing BugMeNot for Anonymous RegistrationUnderstanding Cookies and Firefox Cookie ControlsPassword-Protecting FirefoxDetermining the Real Location of SitesUsing Firefox's Clear Private Data FeatureTaking Control Secrets for Power UsersII. EXTENDING AND MODIFYING FIREFOX.6. Power Firefox Tricks and Techniques.Finding Your Configuration FilesWindows XP and 2000Windows 95, 98, and MillenniumMacLinuxFirefox Global Preferences and PropertiesGlobal PreferencesGlobal PropertiesDefaults.ini and Components.iniCreating and Editing user.jsCascading Style Sheets: A PrimerEditing userChrome.cssCreating and Editing userContent.cssUsing ThemesChanging Browser Behavior and AppearanceFlexbeta FireTweakerChromEdit: User Profile File EditorOther Browser Performance ImprovementsPipelining More SpeedMiscellaneous Performance PreferencesReporting Broken WebsitesPower Firefox Tricks and Techniques Secrets for Power Users7. Themes and Plug-ins.Browsing Mozilla UpdateInstalling a ThemePlugging In Content with a Plug-inInstalling Plug-insAcrobat ReaderAdobe SVG ViewerJava Plug-inMacromedia Flash PlayerMacromedia Shockwave PlayerQuickTimeRealPlayer 10Windows Media PlayerOther Plug-ins and ToysThemes and Plug-ins Secrets for Power Users8. Making Extensions Work for You.Firefox Extensions: Never a Dull Moment!Installing an ExtensionManual InstallationAutomatic InstallationAll Extension InstallationsThe Most Popular Extension CategoriesBloggingBookmarksDeveloper ToolsDownload ToolsEditing and FormsEntertainmentHumorImage BrowsingKiosk BrowsingLanguagesMiscellaneousNavigationNewsreadersPrivacy and SecuritySearch ToolsTabbed BrowsingWeb AnnoyancesWebsite IntegrationXUL ApplicationsWorking with Extensions: Secrets for Power Users9. Changing Preferences and Settings.about:about:buildconfigabout:cacheabout:config, Firefox's Configuration ConsoleBack Up Before Disaster!Understanding the about:config DisplayAdding New PreferencesFiltering and Sorting the about:config DisplayUsing Caution with about:configModifying Preferences with about:configChanging Hidden and Undocumented Optionsabout:credits-Who's Guilty?about:Mozillaabout:plugins, Plugging into Plug-insWorking with about: Secrets for Power UsersIII. USING THUNDERBIRD.10. Hitting the Ground Running with Thunderbird.Thunderbird Is a Better AlternativeGetting Up and Running with ThunderbirdInstalling on WindowsLinuxImporting Account SettingsImporting Address BooksMailSettingsSetting Up AccountsServer SettingsCheck for New Messages at StartupCheck for New Messages Every 10 MinutesAutomatically Download New MessagesFetch Headers OnlyLeave Messages on ServerEmpty Trash on ExitCreating Your Own Mail Start PageComposing and Sending a MessageUsing the Spell-CheckerReplying to MailCreating HTML MailCreating and Using a TemplateCreating a SignatureSubscribing to RSS Feeds and BlogsPodcastingOPMLReading NewsgroupsThunderbird Secrets for Power Users11. Organizing Email with Thunderbird.Managing FoldersLabeling MessagesFiltering MessagesSorting and Grouping MessagesSearchingSearching MessagesUsing Search FoldersSearching AddressesUsing Thunderbird Address BooksOrganizing Mail Secrets for Power Users12. Fighting Spam.Security and Privacy SettingsUnderstanding Bayesian FilteringLearning About the Adaptive Filter for Junk Mail ControlTraining the Adaptive FilterChanging the Junk Mail SettingsWhite ListsHandlingLoggingHandling SpamCatchall SpamLiving Without SpamOrganizing Mail Secrets for Power Users13. Customizing Thunderbird for Power Users.Finding and Installing ThemesFinding a ThemeInstalling a ThemeSwitching Between ThemesUninstalling a ThemeCommon Theme ProblemsCustomizing ToolbarsAdd ButtonsRearrange or Remove ButtonsButton ExtensionsChanging the Window LayoutThree LayoutsFolder PaneMessage List PaneMessage PaneAttachments PaneChanging the Appearance of Email MessagesPlain-text MessagesHTML MessagesLocating and Using Your Thunderbird ProfileFinding Your ProfileWhat Is in the Profile?Other Modifications and TasksBackupsCompact FoldersProfile ManagementAntivirus Software IssuesAccount Pane OrderSignature Display in Color Versus GrayTurn Off Color Quote Bars-Use > InsteadThrobber URLFinding and Installing ExtensionsInstalling an ExtensionUninstalling an ExtensionSafe ModeChanging Hidden Options with about:configInstalling the about:config ExtensionModifying PreferencesEditing Thunderbird Configuration FilesChanging Configuration Settings ManuallyThunderbird Customization Secrets for Power UsersIV. WEB DEVELOPMENT AND FIREFOX EXTENSIONS.14. Web Development with Firefox.Firefox and Compliance with Web StandardsThe Mozilla Developer InterfaceWeb Developer ToolsDebugLoggerView CookiesView Rendered SourceWeb DeveloperJavaScript for DevelopersJavaScript ConsoleThe Venkman ExtensionDebugging PreferencesFirefox Command-line OptionsUnderstanding CSSCSS Level 1CSS Levels 2 and 2.1CSS Level 3Using CSS with FirefoxuserChrome.cssuserContent.cssDOM InspectorWeb Development Secrets for Power Users15. Creating Your Own Theme.Preparing Your ThemeCreating the Working ThemeConfiguring Firefox for Theme DevelopmentGraphics ImagesCreating ThemesClassicMultibutton ImagesBackground ImagesAn Example: global.cssFinal ResultsTheme Writing Secrets for Power Users16. Writing an Extension.Setting Up the Development EnvironmentPreferences for Extension DevelopersTools for Extension DevelopmentThe Extension Developer ExtensionDebugging ConsolesMultiple Instances of FirefoxUnderstanding XML User Interface LanguageXUL SyntaxXUL ExampleWorking with JavaScriptJavaScript ReferenceThe Firefox window ObjectCreating a Unique GUIDFirefox Command Options for DevelopersWorking Through an Extension Development ExampleDevelopment Profile Save and RestoreThe Development FoldersExtension FilesAn Extension for Firefox 1.0.xAn Extension for Firefox 1.5Extension Writing Secrets for Power Users17. Mozilla's Tools for Developers.Open Source As a Way of LifeDeveloper ToolsMozilla Developer Support ToolsBugzillaLooking Up a BugFiling a BugUpdating and Modifying a BugFixing a BugTinderboxBonsaiLXRWorking with Mozilla Development Tools Secrets for Power Users18. Browsing the Code.Mozilla Firefox TrunkMozilla Code Development CycleCoding PracticesSetting Up and Building FirefoxNecessary SoftwarePerforming a BuildPackaging Firefox for DistributionCheck-in RequirementsMozilla Source Code Secrets for Power Users19. The Future of Firefox and Thunderbird.The History of MozillaIn the FutureFirefox 1.5 (Deer Park)Firefox 2.0 (The Ocho)Firefox Versus Internet ExplorerThunderbird, Outlook, and Outlook ExpressThe Internet As the Internet Should BeGlossary.Index.