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Opera 8.51 Downloaded Due to Security Concerns

The world leader in Web browsing technologies, Opera Software, has recently revealed record downloads of Opera 8.51 prompted by online security concerns. The 8.51 version is the latest version of Opera`s award-winning Web browser. The rise in downloads can be partly related to the detection of additional, severe security flaws in Internet Explorer.

`It`s clear that consumers want a safer online experience, particularly during the busiest online shopping season of the year,` said Jon von Tetzchner, CEO, Opera Software. `We do everything we can to keep our users safe. That means introducing innovations such as the yellow security bar and constantly reviewing and testing our browser for vulnerabilities. These are necessary steps to stay ahead of the most advanced cyber criminals.`

Already the safest browsing option available according to independent tests, Opera 8.51 provides additional security fixes that help protect individuals from identity theft and other cyber fears. Javelin Research estimates that more than 9.3 million U.S. citizens had their identity stolen last year, with more than 11% falling victim through online scams.