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How can I disable embedded videos in web pages?

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Various news sites automatically play videos on loading. How can I stop this?

Various news sites automatically play videos on loading. How can I stop this?

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Flashblock 1.5.17 from the Mozilla Add-ons Web Page. There’s a lot of good stuff here.

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letumio
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get an addon called flashblock, that general blocks any flash or video from playing without your consent.

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Flashblock 1.5.17 from the Mozilla Add-ons Web Page. There’s a lot of good stuff here.