In the Forum Feedback discussion here;
http://forums.cnet.com/5208-7598_102-0.html?forumID=51&threadID=253682&messageID=2522736
I had my own moaning session about a particular ad that was maxing out my cpu whilst it was loading.
I have given up. I use Firefox and I have installed the AddBlock Plus addin.
Now, no more ads for me and it's great. Sorry CNET.
Mark

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