This makes it much easier to use the beta versions of Safari and especially the nightly builds of WebKit. You'll always be able to upgrade Safari without breaking GlimmerBlocker (or waiting for a new release) and you'll be able to upgrade GlimmerBlocker without upgrading Safari. It is even compatible with all other browsers. GlimmerBlocker is implemented as an HTTP proxy, so the stability of Safari isn't compromised because it doesn't use any hacks. This compromises the stability of Safari and very often creates problems when Apple releases a new version. The problem with other ad blockers for Safari is that they are implemented as awful hacks: as an InputManager and/or ApplicationEnhancer. GlimmerBlocker is a different kind of ad blocker.
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