Roman GłogulskiUsers who recently experienced problems with YouTube’s functionality blamed ad blocking software, and it turns out they were right. However, the issue was not caused by Google, but rather by popular browser extensions like AdBlock and Adblock Plus. Users who used other extensions, such as uBlock Origin, did not encounter similar difficulties.
Representatives from AdBlock and Adblock Plus admitted that the problem did indeed arise from their extensions. However, the problem has already been fixed, and users should no longer experience any issues related to YouTube and other websites.
FAQ:
What were the issues with YouTube’s functionality?
Users experienced delays in page loading and noticed high CPU usage when using YouTube and other websites.
Was ad blocking software the cause of these problems?
Yes, the problem was caused by the functioning of AdBlock and Adblock Plus software, but it was not a deliberate action by Google targeting ad-blocking users.
Which extensions did not cause these problems?
Users who used other extensions, such as uBlock Origin, did not encounter similar difficulties.
Definitions:
– Ad blocking software: Programs that prevent ads from being displayed on websites.
– Browser extensions: Add-ons for web browsers that allow for the extension of browser functionality.
This surprising resolution may catch many off guard, as they expected Google to continue its fight against ad-blocking software. If you regularly use YouTube and other websites, it may be worth investing in a YouTube Premium plan to avoid these kinds of problems in the future.
