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17:43 Apr 17, 2005 |
Spanish language (monolingual) [Non-PRO] Tech/Engineering - IT (Information Technology) | |||||||
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| Selected response from: Julio Torres Mexico Local time: 16:24 | ||||||
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5 +4 | las cookies |
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5 +2 | Los cookies |
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5 | las galletas |
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4 | Un cookie (cuqui, espía, fisgón, soplón) |
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1 | 'lus' cookies |
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¿los cookies o las cookies? Los cookies Explanation: Technology cookie A small data file created by a Web server that is stored on your computer either temporarily for that session only or permanently on the hard disk (persistent cookie). Cookies provide a way for the Web site to identify users and keep track of their preferences. It is also commonly used to "maintain the state" of the session as a user browses around on the site (see state). The cookies contain a range of URLs (addresses) for which they are valid. When the Web browser or other HTTP application sends a request to a Web server with those URLs again, it also sends along the related cookies. For example, if your user ID and password are stored in a cookie, it saves you from typing in the same information all over again when accessing that service the next time. By retaining user history, cookies allow the Web site to tailor the pages and create a custom experience for that individual. A lot of personal data resides in the cookie files in your computer. As a result, this storehouse of private information is sometimes the object of attack (see cookie poisoning.) The default settings in your Web browser typically allow "first-party" cookies that do not contain any personal information, but not "third-party" cookies. First-party cookies are ones that are created by the Web site you are visiting. Third-party cookies are created by a Web site other than the one you are currently visiting; for example, by a third-party advertiser on that site. The purpose of such cookies is usually to track your surfing habits, which is why third-party cookies are considered an invasion of privacy and riskier than first-party cookies. You can prevent all cookies from being stored in your computer, but that severely limits the Web surfing experience. To change settings, look for the cookie options in your browser in the Options or Preferences menu. See Web bug, cookie file and state. THIS COPYRIGHTED DEFINITION IS FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. All other reproduction is strictly prohibited without permission from the publisher. © 1981-2005 Computer Language Company Inc. All rights reserved. Directory > Science & Tech > Technology > cookie top Reference: http:///www.answers.com/cookies |
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4 mins confidence: peer agreement (net): +4
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