Before we became used to the slew of apps cluttering up our smarthones, desktop
browser environments like Chrome and Mozilla’s Firefox created “add-ons” and
“extensions” — the precursors of apps. For all intents and purposes, Firefox add-ons are app-like helpers, and using them is a good way to streamline your browser without having to perform a cumbersome favorites or bookmarks browse. Many Firefox add-ons are free — you can usually donate to the developer if you wish.
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All Things Appy: 5 Best Firefox Add-ons for Research
Posted by: Patrick Nelson January 4, 2013 05:00 AMBefore we became used to the slew of apps cluttering up our smarthones, desktop
browser environments like Chrome and Mozilla’s Firefox created “add-ons” and
“extensions” — the precursors of apps. For all intents and purposes, Firefox add-ons are app-like helpers, and using them is a good way to streamline your browser without having to perform a cumbersome favorites or bookmarks browse. Many Firefox add-ons are free — you can usually donate to the developer if you wish.