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They are one of the most infuriating things for me. But I curious to know why is this a popular pattern in websites. Do people actually stop whatever they were planning to do and watch the video ?

I’ve blocked them on all my devices. But once in a while I see them when I use someone else’s devices and I wonder.

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[–] AlecSadler@sh.itjust.works 31 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago) (5 children)

Not me. In fact if it isn't blocked and I can't easily get rid of it, I'll bail on the site altogether.

Honestly don't understand what the benefit to anybody is. If I want to watch it, I will, if I don't, I won't. They're just making the overall experience worse.

I assume it's some bonehead manager that thinks it looks cool or will increase engagement though.

[–] eco_game@discuss.tchncs.de 5 points 1 month ago

I find it even more puzzling as surely it has to be a decent increase in server demand to constantly be streaming video. How can that be worth it??

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