One of the keys to keeping your information private is making sure that it is secure. Fortunately, browser companies have realized how important this is and newer browsers show whether the page that you are on allows for encrypted transfer or not. The symbol is in the corner of the browser screen and can be clicked on for more security information about the page. Cookies are small pieces of code stored on your own hard drive by Web sites you visit. Cookies inform Web site operators if you have visited their site before and can remember your username and password.
Sites often use cookies to deliever targeted advertisements.
Cookies can be used to track you online and enable the creation of a profile without your realizing it. You may want to use Cookie Management Software to automate cookie storage. You can set your Internet browser to reject cookies. Anonymity is essential to privacy and free speech. It can be used to protect whistle blowers, writers of controversial material or even just the ability to write to someone with no forwarding address.