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		jey on Aug 16, 2007 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Javascript or Flash Widgets debate. Help me choose... hmm? flash seems faster and more responsive than javascript manipulating browser DOM trees.

jsjenkins168 on Aug 16, 2007 [–]

I was curious, so did some searching: http://oddhammer.com/actionscriptperformance/set4/

Flash 9 is considerably faster than previous flash versions at most tasks, and is indeed faster than javascript for the most part too. Doesnt paint the whole picture, but at least gives an idea.

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