How to Enable Cookies

When you visit a website, the server may place a cookie on your hard drive. These very small files (which got their nickname from the trail of cookie crumbs you might leave behind you) contain information unique to you, which the web server will "read" to recognize you when you revisit the site. Cookies must be enabled on your computer to view certain websites. Follow these steps to enable cookies on the browser version you are using.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Internet Explorer 6.0

1. Click "Internet Options" on the Tools menu.

2. Select the "Privacy" tab.

3. Make sure the privacy level is no higher than "Medium High."

4. Click the "OK" button.

FireFox 1.5

1. Select "Options" on the Tools menu.

2. Click on the "Cookies" tab.

3. Make sure the box to "Allow sites to accept Cookies" is checked.

4. Click "OK."

Netscape versions 6 and 7.1

1. Select "Preferences" on the Edit menu.

2. Click the "Privacy & Security" tab. Then click "Cookies."

3. Click on the box to "Enable All Cookies."

4. Click "OK."

Tips & Warnings

• Periodically delete old cookies your hard drive. Click "Start," select "Search," and then click on "All files and folders." Type in "Cookie" for all or part of the file name, and then click "Search." This will show you the location of the cookies on your hard drive.

• If you've enabled cookies for certain websites and they are not being saved, you might want to check your computer's firewall and anti-spyware programs. Depending on these software settings, the cookies might be removed before being stored on your computer, or they may only be stored until you close the web browser. Refer to your software manual for detailed instructions.