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Internet Connection Tip - How fast is your Internet connection? MSN's computing central will tell you as well as give you insightful information about your connection. Click here to run the test.

Cookie Tip - If you have used the internet very much, chances are that you have come across a website that has asked for a cookie. Cookies are very small pieces of information which are stored in your browser for reference by that site if you accept them. When you accept a cookie you are essentially saying that it is ok for that website to place a small amount of information in your browser so that the next time you return it will be able to automatically enter pertinent information from your last visit. This could include such things as logon information, your interests, settings for personalized pages or whether or not you have visited the site before. Cookies cannot look through your hard drive, "steal" information or even contain viruses. They only contain information that you give them. Although there are some security risks associated with cookies, the most important thing to remember is that cookies are generally used to provide you with a more pleasurable and personal internet experience. For more information on cookies, visit CookieCentral.

Privacy Tip - Have you ever wondered what kind of information websites collect about you when you visit them? Onlineprivacy.com has put together a page that lets you see exactly what kind of information is gathered and what it looks like. Click here to view the article.

Browser Tip - Many sites on the internet are designed to work best with browser versions 4.0 or higher. This allows sites to use unique visual and audio techniques and enhancements that are not supported with previous browser versions.

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