In a nutshell cookies are information stored on your computer from websites you visit. They track behavior, surfing habits and preferences. Click Here for a great FAQ about cookies.

A classic example of cookies in action is Amazons ability to remember you and your preferences once you return to the website. Unfortunately cookies from porn sites also are included in your cookie file and if privacy is important to you this article may be of interest.

Cookies are totally harmless in the sense that they will not damage your computer however from a privacy perspective they do leave a "cookie crumb" (pardon the pun) trail of many of the websites in the past.

If you wish to remove existing cookies from your computer perform the following steps. Note however that this process will remove ALL cookies from you computer including those that make your life online a little easier.

Step 1: Open Internet Explorer and Click On "Tools" Then "Internet Options"

Step 2: Under the "General" Tab Click On "Delete Cookies" Click "OK" when the confirmation box appears.

Thats It! Your cookies are now gone. You should perform this step after each porn surfing session to lessen the possibility your boss / wife / kids will find out the sites you have visited.