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Re:A/B test of banner ads vs. traffic by Zpalmtree on Sunday November 12, 2017 @10:45PM (#15684137)
So, if I block advertising, I'm indirectly wasting the money these companies spend on me, and are paying more for products without any benefit? That's a funny thought.
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Re:A/B test of banner ads vs. traffic by dredmorbius on Monday November 13, 2017 @01:39AM (#15684720)
You're also avoiding the inherent manipulation of advertising itself.

But yes, the dynamics are a tad bent.

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