Tuesday, June 17th 2008 is the official launch date for Firefox 3. A few days ago I ran across where you can pledge to download Firefox on Tuesday and help set a Guinness World Record for Most Software Downloaded in 24 hours.

from www.spreadfirefox.com:

Sounds like a good deal, right? All you have to do is get Firefox 3 during Download Day to help set the record for most software downloads in 24 hours – it’s that easy. We’re not asking you to swallow a sword or to balance 30 spoons on your face, although that would be kind of awesome.

I can’t wait for this release! I have used the Beta version on my desktop after I upgraded to Ubuntu Hardy Heron. I was surprised to see the Firefox 3 Beta in the upgrade. You would think they would wait for the final version? But anyways, I like it so far (although I have not used it too much yet).

It’s crazy how much better, in my opinion of course, Firefox is compared to IE. I work in a large school district with technology integration and our district uses IE. Although I personally use Firefox at work, I have to constantly check and troubleshoot within IE because that is what the teachers use. Our district is finally using IE7 next fall, which means FINALLY the district will be introduced to tabs! I don’t know how I survived web browsing without tabs, honestly. This also means RSS will become a better option.

..back to my original post – check out the Firefox 3 FAQ. Have you ever wondered who owns the record for the most clothespins on their face? How about the fastest person to create a balloon dog behind their back? I know you have always wondered about these things, well check out these crazy records!

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