Next we opened a new browser window, and into the address bar we typed, “about
:config”
In short, once the list was brought up, we searched for anything with ASK [that refered to the ask.com site] or ask.com, removed it [modify] AND replaced it with Google.
Problem solved!
Directions:
Upon opening the list, you’ll see: Preference Name, Status, Type and Value.
Under “Preference Name”, search for: Keyword.URL
Under “Value” it will say,
http://toolbar.ask.com/toolbarv/askRedi ... t=&gc=1&q=
Change that by right clicking on it and choosing “Modify”, and changing it to:
Google
Next, in the filter: type in “ask” and look for anything that says ask.com to bring up a smaller, more refined list.
Under “Preference Name” look for “extensions.snipit.chromeURL”.
It will show:
http://toolbar.ask.com/toolbarv/askRedi ... t=&gc=1&q={sear...
Highlight it, and click “Reset”. This will erase the “Value”. Leave it blank. If it doesn’t, then click “Modify” to remove it manually, click “ok”.
(*note, after closing your about.config window, it will be totally removed from the list)
Next, in the filter, type in “browser” and under the “Preference Name” look for:
“Browser.search.defaultenginename”
For the “Value”, it will show ASK, “Modify” it so it says: Google
Then under “Preference Name” find: “browser.search.order.1” and “Modify” it from ASK to Google
Finally, find: “browser.search.selectedEngine” and “Modify” it from ASK to Google
