Isn't this like asking why someone would fast-forward through commercials, or why they would use a spam filter?
The only reason I use an ad blocker is because I don't like being blasted with words and images designed to get me to do or buy shit that I don't want.
There are several reasons that apply to different people and it doesn't hurt to be aware of them. It might seem basic or obvious to you but the article was meant to be a detailed introduction to ad blocking.
The only reason I use an ad blocker is because I don't like being blasted with words and images designed to get me to do or buy shit that I don't want.