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Firefox 1.5 Blazes a Trail in the Web Browser Market

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Firefox 1.5 has made a significant impact since its release on November 29, 2005, with over 20 million people opting for the browser's enhanced speed, security, and simplicity. The massive demand has led to hundreds of thousands of daily downloads, with the browser quickly spreading worldwide in over 35 local language versions. The browser's success has been recognized by various outlets, including CNET's Editor's Choice award and PC Magazine's Technical Excellence and Best of 2005 Awards.

Key Takeaways:

  • Firefox 1.5 has been downloaded by over 20 million people since its release on November 29, 2005.
  • The browser's demand has been strong, with hundreds of thousands of people downloading it every day.
  • Firefox 1.5 is available in over 35 local language versions as a free download from www.getfirefox.com.
  • The browser has received recognition from CNET, PC Magazine, PC Pro, and PC Professionell, including the Editor's Choice and Best of 2005 Awards.
  • The Firefox Flicks campaign, a community-driven marketing initiative, has been launched to accelerate the adoption of Firefox 1.5.
  • Participants in the Firefox Flicks Ad Contest can submit high-quality 30-second ads about the browser.

Statistics:

  • Over 20 million people have downloaded Firefox 1.5 since its release.
  • Hundreds of thousands of people download Firefox 1.5 every day.
  • Firefox 1.5 is available in over 35 local language versions.
  • The browser has received recognition from multiple outlets, including CNET, PC Magazine, PC Pro, and PC Professionell.
  • The Firefox Flicks campaign aims to accelerate the adoption of Firefox 1.5 through community-driven marketing initiatives.

Sources:

  • MOUNTAIN VIEW, CALIF. -- Firefox 1.5 is off to a blazing start.
  • CNET has awarded Firefox 1.5 its Editor's Choice award.
  • PC Magazine has awarded Firefox 1.5 its Technical Excellence Award and Best of 2005 Award.
  • Firefox also garnered recognition from UK-based PC Pro, receiving the publication's Real World Computing Award.
  • German-based PC Professionell chose Firefox 1.5 as the "Editor's Choice".

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