Chromebooks are optimized for web use and provide a faster, simpler, and more secure experience without the headaches of traditional computers. The Chrome Web Store launched with over 500 online apps and Chrome OS notebooks will be released next year. Google updated the JavaScript engine in Chrome which improved V8 engine performance by 50% making it over 300% faster than Firefox 3.6.11. Mozilla's real mascot is the red panda, which they have in a live webcam at their office.