This is an excellent example of what is wrong with "UI Design" on the modern web. To many people are interested in the flash and rarely think through the actual

This is an excellent example of what is wrong with "UI Design" on the modern web. To many people are interested in the flash and rarely think through the actual user benefit imparted. Animation in interfaces is best when used as an education tool: showing where things are moving to, directing attention at important events, &c. Not slowing down obvious processes.