Cookies are small pieces of data stored on a user’s device that enable websites to remember user preferences and maintain sessions across visits. HTTP servers are stateless, meaning they do not inherently remember previous interactions with users. Cookies address this by allowing servers to assign a unique identifier to each user and store it in a cookie file on the user’s browser. This identifier is sent with every request to the server, enabling the website to track user activities and personalize the experience.
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