Cookies are small programs that are usually written in a scripting language. These little code segments are stored onto your computer and can track your every move. From what links you clink on a particular site to how much time you spend there, and your personal information. Most of this collected data is used for marketing purposes. Although cookies can be friendly and may enhance your internet experience there is potential for cookie abuse.
Some companies share their cookie information, selling to advertising and marketing firms.
It is a good idea to have at least two email accounts. Many sites ask for your email address, and at times it is impossible to purchase things with out including an address. To avoid junk mail or private information to get out it is good to have one email address solely dedicated to chat rooms, online purchases, mailing lists etc. 5. Avoid sending personal email from work, and keep sensitive files on your home computer Employees have little privacy from their work terminals. Many employers are monitoring and recording employee web usage as well as email.