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In computer terms, a cookie is a small data file created by a website's server and stored on a user's computer by their web browser, which is then sent back to the server with subsequent requests. Cookies help websites remember users, personalize content, and maintain session information, such as items in a shopping cart or login details, to provide a more consistent and convenient experience across different visits.

How Cookies Work

Generation: When you visit a website, the web server can generate a cookie containing information about your session.

Storage: Your web browser stores this cookie in a designated file on your device.

Identification: On subsequent visits, your browser sends the cookie back to the website's server.

Personalization: The server uses the information in the cookie to "recognize" you and enhance your browsing experience, such as by automatically filling in your address or remembering your preferred settings.

Key Functions of Cookies

Session Management: They keep track of your activity and maintain continuity as you navigate through a website.

Personalization: Cookies remember user preferences, such as language, color themes, or items in a shopping cart, for a consistent experience.

User Convenience: They can auto-fill forms with previously entered information, saving you time and effort on subsequent visits.