Adobe to remove Flash Player from web site after December 2020 (adobe.com)

Article summary

Adobe will remove Flash Player from its website after December 2020 and recommends that users uninstall it to protect their systems. Flash Player has reached its end-of-life and will no longer be supported or receive security updates. Adobe has blocked Flash content from running in Flash Player since January 12, 2021. Users are advised to uninstall Flash Player to prevent potential security risks.

Main themes

• Flash Player end-of-life
• Security risks
• Alternative solutions
• Education and exams
• Remote proctoring
• Privacy concerns

What commenters say

• The end of Flash Player is a long overdue change due to its numerous security vulnerabilities.
• Some users will miss Flash Player for its ability to play old flash games and content.
• The removal of Flash Player will not affect all users equally, as some browsers and systems have already stopped supporting it.
• Alternative solutions, such as Flashpoint, are available for those who still want to access old Flash content.
• The use of Flash Player is still required by some institutions, such as those administering the GRE exam.
• The GRE exam and its requirements are seen as outdated and unnecessary by some commenters.
• The end of Flash Player has sparked a discussion about the differences in education systems and requirements between countries.
• Some commenters are concerned about the privacy implications of using Flash Player and other outdated technologies for remote proctoring.