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What are computer "cookies" and how do I enable them?

Asked by Dutchess_III (47239points) April 20th, 2013

Trying to login to a website to update some information. I got “Your current browser settings indicate that cookies are disabled. Cookies are required to properly access our site. To enable cookies, please refer to your browser’s documentation for instructions.”

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Lightlyseared's avatar

Which browser are you using?

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Dutchess_III's avatar

I had to set up the account in IE, but I’m using firefox now.

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Dutchess_III's avatar

I got it…I just opened it in IE.

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poisonedantidote's avatar

“Cookies are required” – Have you tried putting cookies in the DVD drive?

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bob_'s avatar

And did you pay for the cookies with food stamps?

bob_ (21942points)“Great Answer” (2points) Flag as…
mattbrowne's avatar

Cookies tell websites about your history of browsing. There are pros and cons.

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