Cookies, not the kind that Mom makes, but the computer type, what are they and where do they come from. Well let's give you a quick and easy explanation of what they are, where they came from and how to get rid of them.
Cookies are a very small text file placed on your hard drive by a Web Page server. It is essentially your identification card, and cannot be executed as code or deliver viruses - good news. They are uniquely yours and can only be read by the server that gave it to you.They are used to store your information that you furnished on one of your visits to that Web Page.
Cookies Can Save You Time
If you personalize pages, or register for products or services, a cookie helps to remember who you are. Next time you return, they know to show you the information you requested. Or, when you register for another product or service, all you need to do is type in your e-mail address and a password. We then fill in any questions you've already answered. Of course, if you never register or leave personal information, then the server only knows that someone with your cookie has returned to the Web site. You are in charge of deciding whether we know anything about you. But the more you tell us about yourself, the more we can help you find information or products you want.
How to clear (delete) those cookies fast and easy
1. Close all WebPages
2. Go to Start on your PC
3. Go to Control Panel
4. Go to Internet Options (Windows XP ? Network and Internet Options)
5. Click the General
6. Select Temporary Internet Files Delete Cookies and Delete Files Click OK
If you do frequent work on your computer. It is a good idea to clean out the cookies daily.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Mike Pulli is the owner of http://www.foolishtimes.com/ and invites you to take a look at the services and download free helpful information e-books, articles and more.
Sign up for the Free newsletter
[Not Yet In RSS]
PERMISSION TO REPUBLISH: This article may be republished in newsletters and on web sites provided attribution is provided to the author, and it appears with the included copyright, resource box and live web site link.
Copyright ? 2005 ? Mike Pulli - Foolish Times. All rights reserved. E-mail notice of intent to publish is appreciated but not required: mail to: http://www.foolishtimes.com/
Barrington South Lincoln Stretch rentals .. Lockport Chicago limo O’HareThere have been some questions on anti-skip protection on mp3... Read More
Introduction In this article I will clearly spell out the... Read More
I do a holiday letter every year and send them... Read More
Tip #1 -- Rebates: A rebate is not always a... Read More
Are you stymied by the vast offerings in cheap mp3... Read More
Getting a new computer should be an exciting and gratifying... Read More
By using your computer today you can find a lot... Read More
Microsoft Business Solutions is on the way to popularize it's... Read More
I recently took a good look at what was keeping... Read More
Computers are everywhere, and vary in specification, brands, sizes, shaped,... Read More
For many people the computer industry is a seeming unsolvable... Read More
Having two operating systems is not as difficult as many... Read More
Not so many years ago, homes across the country watched... Read More
A Computer in Your HandCarrying around an address book and... Read More
Confused by EDTV vs HDTV? We don't blame you. The... Read More
CCNA FAQQ. What exams do I have to take to... Read More
Want to save money while promoting your web-based business? Of... Read More
Computers have replaced typewriters, but two-finger, hunt-and-peck typing can never... Read More
When I first started studying for my CCNP, some of... Read More
For those seeking to buy their first flat panel TV... Read More
Tip #1. Do a Google search. Don't be to general... Read More
Most people download and save so much information on their... Read More
Step 1:Open WinRAR and browse to the folder with your... Read More
On 21 August 2003 Symantec Security Response upgraded the W32.SOBIG.F... Read More
Are you frustrated with your PC?Is it feeling sluggish or... Read More
Downers Grove limo Chicago ..When I first started studying for my CCNP, some of... Read More
This article describes the basic properties of color, what the... Read More
Viruses, software failures, power failures, human errors, hard drive failures... Read More
Choose Not To ConformPalm pilots and pdas are constantly growing... Read More
Do you remember the old saw about how computers would... Read More
I've worked my way from the CCNA to the CCIE,... Read More
The DNS (Domain Name System) servers are what your computer... Read More
World War II - Germany decided to attack Poland. Poland... Read More
The basic language of the internet is html. If you... Read More
1. Empty the Temp directory regularly. To do this, make... Read More
Enhanced Definition Television ? also known as EDTV ? is... Read More
First and foremost before I begin my ranting it is... Read More
It's hard enough as it is these days to get... Read More
In my humble opinion nothing makes a long trip easier... Read More
Everywhere you look today people are listening to personal audio... Read More
Just The Facts, Ma'mPalm pilots are all the rage now.... Read More
Do you know how many fonts are currently installed on... Read More
Save money. Save 10-15% on utility bills per month. Work... Read More
File permissions are one of the strengths that the Unix... Read More
A Computer in Your HandCarrying around an address book and... Read More
When browsing the internet you are likely to come across... Read More
Computers are available in different shapes, sizes and weights, due... Read More
So I'll start from the very beginning.One day I was... Read More
The year is 1981. IBM has just released the Personal... Read More
Microsoft Certifications are one of the most widely acclaimed, pursued,... Read More
Personal Technology |