Blackmoor Vituperative

How often have you browsed to a Web site, only to encounter a blank page in your browser? This happens to me all the time. Other times, the Web page is missing entire sections — typically navigational elements — and I can’t browse around at all. And sometimes, though not always, the Web page notifies me that I need to install or enable a plug-in or change my browser’s settings in order to view and navigate the Web page properly.

Now, I’ll be the first to admit that I’m not a typical user, but by no means am I the only person who experiences these problems either — particularly since users are much more aware of Web browsing security concerns than they used to be. Depending on my mood and the Web site in question, I may spend some time attempting to adjust my Web browser settings.

But more often, when I encounter an improperly displaying Web site — especially those that require JavaScript, ActiveX controls, Java, or Macromedia Flash in order to work at all — I question whether it’s worth my time. And if a Web site “locks” me in, due to JavaScript code redirects, pop-up windows, or some other method to keep me from going back, I won’t even bother trying to make it work.

(from Tech Republic, Why interactive Web site features often conflict with security best practices)

I agree completely.