For a long time the phrase “surfing the net” has always been given the same connotation as “channel surfing.” This has of course been inaccurate because there are no channels on the internet and there is no way to change them … until now.

StumbleUpon has a great way to do just what the remote does for the television, only way better. Leading the social Web interaction revolution that is changing the internet, StumbleUpon offers a unique take on the social book marking niche that is a facet of this revolution. With a downloadable toolbar for both Firefox and Internet Explorer, you can click the “stumble” button and be brought to a random site based on your likes and dislikes of over 500 topics. If you like the site, click the “thumb’s up” button, or give it a “thumb’s down.” Either way, your vote will be counted with the rest of StumbleUpon’s community of stumblers. This helps ensure that the sites brought to you will be fresh and of the same quality that users with the same interests as you think. The sites it brings up tend to be very interesting: as they have been rated and reviewed by other stumblers.

StumbleUpon is a great way to find new sites if you are bored. You can also type in a word or topic and find a random, relevant site. There is a great community and lots of user support, which drives the whole service.

As your bookmarks toolbar fills up, you’ll be amazed at how quickly you can find an entirely new set of favorite Web sites. StumbleUpon is a great way to keep your internet experience fresh. Go check it out.