Solving Loading Problems on Firefox & Ubuntu Linux

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Users are experiencing loading issues with Firefox on Ubuntu Linux, specifically when trying to post or view threads, with refreshing the page temporarily resolving the issue. One suggestion is to check the browser settings for a low timeout configuration that may be causing these problems. Another user mentions that similar issues occur for them only when the server is down, indicating that server status could also be a factor. The discussion highlights the need for troubleshooting steps to improve the browsing experience on this platform. Overall, users are seeking effective solutions to enhance forum accessibility on Firefox and Ubuntu Linux.
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Hello everybody, Sometimes, when I try to do some actions in this forum, like post or view a thread, Firefox sais it cannot view the page. Refreshing works. I am using Ubuntu linux and it would be great if somebody could tell me how to fix that, its just annoying. Thanks in advance!
 
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Sorry, dude; I can't advise you. I'm running Safari on Leopard, and the only time that I get that message is when the PF server is down.
 
Pumpkineater said:
Hello everybody, Sometimes, when I try to do some actions in this forum, like post or view a thread, Firefox sais it cannot view the page. Refreshing works. I am using Ubuntu linux and it would be great if somebody could tell me how to fix that, its just annoying. Thanks in advance!

The first thought that comes to my mind, check in some setting and see if there might a very low timeout for some function.
 

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