How Does an Internet Cookie Work

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How does an Internet cookie work?
When you access a certain Web site, it may send back a unique piece of information-a "cookie"-to your browser, which proceeds to save it on your hard drive.When you go back to the same site, your browser returns the information, telling the site who you are and confirming that you've been there before.
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Definitions:

Centralization

The concentration of control and decision-making authority in a centralized location or group within an organization.

Authority

The capacity to direct, adjudicate, and ensure observance.

Consistency

The quality of achieving a level of performance or behavior that does not vary greatly in quality over time.

Organization Design

The planning and structuring of an organization's framework and systems to align with its goals and strategy, optimizing its operational efficiency.