Google Chrome + Slow Connection = Unresponsive PF

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Users are experiencing slow browsing issues on PF when using Google Chrome with a slow connection, particularly due to advertisements causing delays. One user noted that switching to Safari resolved their issues, suggesting a compatibility problem with Chrome. Others confirmed that no server-side changes have been made recently, although some ads are indeed slow. While some users with faster connections report no problems, the ad performance remains a concern for those on limited bandwidth. The discussion highlights the impact of ad loading times on user experience in specific browser and connection scenarios.
MarcoD
Just wanted to note that since a couple of days my preferred manner of browsing PF has gone the way of the dodo. I use Google Chrome on a Macintosh with a very slow (mobile dongle) connection. It looks to me the advertisements are stalling the connection up to the point that I can't browse anymore. I switched back to Safari and everything works fine.

Did anything change on the server side?
 
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MarcoD said:
Did anything change on the server side?

Nothing has changed. I agree some of the ads are slow. I have contacted the agencies about it. I use Chrome and PF is fast, but I also have a fast connection.
 

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