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I get the following when I try install ff sync. Firefox could not install the file at https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/downloads/latest/10868/addon-10868-latest.xpi?src=addondetail because: Invalid file hash (possible download corruption) -261

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I have firefox 3.6.10 why is this happening and what can I do to fix this?

I have firefox 3.6.10 why is this happening and what can I do to fix this?

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If Firefox gave you the following error message: Firefox could not install the file at https://addons.mozilla.org/******.xpi because: Invalid file hash (possible download corruption) -261

This error message may be caused when the Firefox disiallow third party cookies. To accept the third party cookies:
go to Tools -> Options -> Privacy -> tick 'Accept third party cookies'.

Did not help. One thing I did not mention was I am using Vista Home OS.