Re: Is Invasion of Privacy The Answer?

From: Alex Chudnovsky <alexc_at_jungle.com>
Date: Thu 29 Mar 2001 10:26:15 -0600

DENISE TURNEY <RCampb3422_at_aol.com> WROTE:

>I think software packages and sites should have to post a
>note that they place a cookie on computer systems when folks
>stop by to visit. On or offline, consumers should have the
>right to decide whether they want to be shadowed or not.

I know it isn't really a technical list, but:

First off, its easy to delete cookies, you just need to know
where. Look for Cookies directory (hidden by default) on your
hard drive in Windows directory (assumes you using IE). This
is true if cookie was planted by browser.

Secondly, browser CAN warn you about cookies, however this
isn't default setting, and you will have to turn it on. I
don't think you will survive a myriad of warnings about
cookies though. Apparently IE6 will be more straightforward
about that and will include some tools that supposed to
manager cookies better.

If you really want to protect your privacy then have a look
at: www.junkbusters.com

Alex



Received on Thu Mar 29 2001 - 10:26:15 CST