NoScript

3.0 stars

"Does what it says"

December 30, 2012  |   By c0ded

Version: NoScript 2.6.4.2

Pros

Stop unwanted and potentially malicious security vulnerabilities

Cons

Slows internet browsing takes take a 2-3 seconds longer to load

Summary

Worthy firefox add on to add to your ie security armoury along no Adblockplus

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5.0 stars

"Incredibly Useful"

November 25, 2012  |   By cwiermaa

Version: NoScript 2.6.1

Pros

Stops unwanted scripts from running. You can allow scripts to run for trusted sites, while blocking scripts from others.

Cons

The only con I've seen is that sometimes, opening the browser opens the no script page in another tab. I think it's just asking to donate to support the developers. Because it's free. And since it's free, I'll get over it. Oh, and it might frustrate non-tech users browsing the internet. But, it's usually for your computer's own good.

Summary

NoScript is awesome. I have experience removing viruses from computers, returning everything back to normal after someone goes to a random website that automatically slips a virus onto the system. If it happened to me now, I could probably fix it. But, I'd rather not have to. And now I really don't have to. Because I have NoScript.

I have been using my computer with NoScript for about a year and a half. I have gone to hundreds of different websites that I would not normally trust. But since I have NoScript, I really don't have to worry. All of the random ads and trashy spam on the sides is just disabled. I have not had one single virus ever since I've installed NoScript. And that is quite awesome in my opinion.

I don't have anything bad to say, really. If you have people using your computer that may go on questionable sites (despite the fact that you ask, "please don't go on random websites"), you'll do yourself a favor by installing NoScript.

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4.0 stars

"SNEEKY ACTIVTY"

April 23, 2012  |   By zzsquad1

Version: NoScript 2.3.8

Pros

Works well stopping script.

Cons

Noscript bypassed Firefox global settings for "NO Updates". I chose to not allow any plugins to automatically update. Then today, I learned that Noscript had bypassed/ignored that option. I had to manually set Noscript for no auto updates, by going to its Plugin window and checking the box for no auto updates.

Summary

I never allow updates because this is another way for software to send personal info to outside locations, so I think this issue should be addressed.

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3.0 stars

"Blocks tons, easy to use, nags you to donate"

September 23, 2011  |   By hugh_jarse

Version: NoScript 2.1.2.8

Pros

Easy to block/unblock sites

Cons

Not easy to figure out what blocked site is preventing stuff from being displayed. Also, it periodically nags you to donate by opening up the developers webpage.
No version for Chrome yet.

Summary

If you want to take the "napalm" approach and block most stuff (i.e. spend more time allowing stuff) this is for you.

Updated on Jan 7, 2012

As an example - it blocks ConsumerReports!

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5.0 stars

"Blocks everything! Perfect addon, won't slow u down A+"

September 20, 2011  |   By jsumara

Version: NoScript 2.1.2.7

Pros

Doesn't slow system. Works almost perfectly, always. Prob better for people used to computers, rather than first-timers. Also, keeps all youtube-type vids from infecting u.

Cons

Spend too much time "temporarily allowing" a lot of things. A control panel to streamline would be great.
Not that big of a deal, tho.
No real cons

Summary

Get it. Get it. Get it.

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5.0 stars

"Simple amazing."

May 26, 2011  |   By kstephens87

Version: NoScript 2.1.0.5

Pros

Everything about this is a pro. It blocks all scripts and I mean ALL scripts from running on your computer. No more hidden key loggers/viruses/worms.

Cons

None that I can think of.

Summary

Great tool for the more advanced who understand and want to stop unwanted background scripts from running while they are using Firefox.

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4.0 stars

"One of my favorite add-ons for Firefox"

April 5, 2011  |   By manmur

Version: NoScript 2.1.0.1

Pros

*easy to chose the script that you want to run.
*Free
* Can change your mind about the scrips that you chose to run
* Adds a little more security to the Firefox browser

Cons

* It can be confusing to figure out the scripts that are needed to make the site to work right.
* This does not work on Chrome or IE9.

Summary

This has to be the 1st add-on that I have ever install on Firefox. The way that you can chose the script that run for a web-page is easy.

It is matter of trial and error to figure out the scripts that are needed to get any site to work right.

This also help protect you from XSS based attacks.

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5.0 stars

"A Great Ad-On for Firefox"

November 17, 2010  |   By manmur

Version: NoScript 2.0.5.1

Pros

*Allows control (Block or allowed) of script on a site
*Free
* Blocks XSS and JAR based attacks
*The sites trying to run the script are well marked

Cons

* Can be confusing for users who do not know what scripts to allow
* It is not available for any other browser. Other then Firefox based.
* It does get confusing at times to figure out what script to allow

Summary

This is a great ad-on for people who want to control the if script is allow to run or not. This makes it easier to do so without disabling script in Firefox.

I would like to see this ad-on to be usable with other web-browsers that are not based on Firefox.

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4.0 stars

"Safety at a Price"

April 21, 2010  |   By gargamel360

Version: NoScript 1.9.9.69

Pros

Blocks many possible security holes in browser, also small protection from xss after whitelisting a site,

Cons

Slows down browsing, breaks webpages, can't turn off w/o uninstall.

Summary

I love this add-on, but I also know that I'm overly security-conscious by most peoples line of thinking. You are safer with this, as it blocks the most exploited browser extensions/plug-ins. But many will feel......claustrophobic?.....nearly every site you visit will have limited interactive function, requiring that you either allow the whole page or parts of it, thereby exposing yourself to the same risks as if you didn't have Noscript anyway. What I like above all else is it gives me the power to choose. At least if you get hacked/infected with this add-on, after allowing a site, the person to blame is right in the mirror, instead of some non-extradition country. If you are impatient or insist on the richest web experience per/min possible, run away from this add-on.

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1.0 stars

"defecttive junk"

March 18, 2010  |   By lqueen6

Version: NoScript 1.9.9.50

Pros

How do I get the working version 1.9.9.36?

Cons

Does Not work
Only messes up old computer USE!

Summary

Old version was GREAT!
New stuff is JUNK!
I removed it.

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