Embedding flash files -- using swfobjects ?

hi all .. i've been posting flash files on my site for a year or so now, using artotems code. i find that it plays back erratically, sometimes on (what else?) IE machines ... i've just been delving into the world of swfobject. does this help your flash files play back in a stable manner across all browsers ? and is there an easy way to use it, or does it require advanced code monkey work ? i've spent some time looking for a user-friendly site ... can't seem to find one, and i would appreciate any help.
thx.

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