Description
Cookies have been a controversial topic in web browsers since their first use on the Internet. They can be used to store information about your session on a website to being used to track your activity across multiple websites. Think about doing research on a product and next thing you know ads for that product are in your Facebook, GMail, or Amazon feeds.
Purpose
This assignment will examine the cookies on your Firefox browser using an extension called Ghostery. This will show how they are used by a vendor. If you do not have Firefox installed, you will install and use it. It is recommended if you don’t want Firefox to create a restore point.
Directions
1. Read and execute the instructions for Hands-on Project 2 starting on page 419.
2. Write a paper describing your experience and project results. Describe challenges you encountered.
3. Paste the screenshots into your paper. For each screenshot, describe in DETAIL what is taking place.
4. Save and upload your assignment file here to Canvas.