Netscape Navigator 4.x
Netscape Navigator keeps track of several settings that affect your browsing experience. This page will explain the Preferences dialog box by pointing out the location a few key settings. Only the important settings are shown. Other options within the program may be set at your discretion. In general, it is best to stick with default settings for those options.
Consider Upgrading Your Web Browser
This version of Netscape Navigator is very old. If you rely on it for web browsing, you will be disappointed in the quality of your Internet experience. Please consider upgrading to the newest version of Netscape or consider switching to a newer web browser.
- Download the latest version of Netscape Navigator.
- Upgrade Internet Explorer via Windows Update.
- Download Firefox, a powerful and secure alternative browser.
Accessing the Preferences Dialog Box
Within Netscape Navigator, click the "Edit" menu and choose "Preferences."
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- Home Page
- In this section, you can specify the website you wish to use as your home page. Simply type in the address of the page.
- The “Use Current” button will set your home page to whatever page is currently showing in your browser.
- History
- This section allows you to control the History list and Location Bar history. Your browser keeps lists of pages you have visited for quick reference.
- Click “Clear History” to clear all entries in the History list.
- Click "Clear Location Bar" to clear the list of entries in the location bar.