downloading application/octet-stream

[Adam E.]

For some time now, Mozilla has been hardwired to automatically save
all executable files (application/octet-stream).  I miss the "open"
feauture which lets me run, for example, installation files without
going through the hassle of saving and later deleting them.  Is there
any workaround to bring back the "Open or Save" box without modifying
and recompiling the whole project?

-Adam E.