Massive grassroots community effort behind world record for most software downloads in 24 hours MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., July 2
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., July 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Mozilla today announced it
set a new Guinness World Record for the largest number of software downloads
in 24 hours. The record-setting 8,002,530 downloads coincided with the launch
of Firefox(R) 3, Mozilla's major update to its popular and acclaimed free,
open source Web browser.
Mozilla enthusiasts worldwide drove more than 1.7 million pledges to
download Firefox 3 on Download Day, hosted regional download "fests," and
added Download Day buttons to their sites, resulting in more than 40 million
impressions. The global Mozilla community has been celebrating the historic
goal of establishing a Guinness World Record with parties in more than 25
countries, including a 24-hour long download fest celebration called Camp
Firefox at Mozilla's Mountain View headquarters.
"The enthusiasm and creativity of Firefox fans was instrumental in
achieving this record," said Paul Kim, VP of Marketing at Mozilla. "Our
community members came together and not only spread the word, but also took
the initiative to help mobilize millions of people to demonstrate their belief
that Firefox gives people the best possible online experience."
"As the arbiter and recorder of the world's amazing facts, Guinness World
Records is pleased to add Mozilla's achievement to our archives," said Gareth
Deaves, Records Manager for Guinness World Records. "Mobilizing over 8 million
internet users within 24 hours is an extremely impressive accomplishment and
we would like to congratulate the Mozilla community for their hard work and
dedication."
To see the full details of Mozilla's Guinness World Record visit
http://www.spreadfirefox.com/worldrecord. Details of Download Day parties can
be found at http://www.mozillaparty.com.
To download Firefox 3 visit http://www.getfirefox.com.
About Mozilla
Mozilla is a global community dedicated to building free, open source
products and technologies that improve the online experience for people
everywhere. We work in the open with a highly disciplined, transparent and
cooperative development process, under the umbrella of the non-profit Mozilla
Foundation. As a wholly owned subsidiary, the Mozilla Corporation organizes
the development and marketing of Mozilla products. This unique structure has
enabled Mozilla to financially support and cultivate competitive, viable
community innovation. For more information, visit http://www.mozilla.com.
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