7 October in internet history

Things that can be dated to 7 October: the day something was posted, a record that changed hands, an event research has pinned to a date. Every entry links to where it was read.

1. 2003

   Crazy Frog Erik Wernquist posts a 3D animated character set to the sound, which he calls The Annoying Thing. He credits the sound to “Anonymous”, and to Malmedahl once he learns who made it. Wikipedia — Crazy Frog

2. 2009

   Chuck Norris facts An official book of the facts is published, co-written and endorsed by Norris. Wikipedia — Chuck Norris facts

These did not happen on 7 October. They are shown because the day itself is thin, and each one carries its own date.

1. 4 October 2023

   Chill guy Banks posts the drawing. Wikipedia — Chill guy

2. 9 October 2020

   Something Awful Kyanka sells the site to a long-standing member and moderator. Wikipedia — Something Awful