What is the difference between cookies and cache?

What is the difference between cookies and cache?

Cookies are small pieces of data stored on your device by websites to remember information about you, like login details. Cache, on the other hand, is a storage area that saves copies of web pages and resources to speed up loading times.

Can you give me examples of how cookies are used?

Sure! Cookies are often used for remembering user preferences, keeping users logged in, and tracking user behavior for analytics.

And what about cache? How does it improve my browsing experience?

Cache improves your browsing experience by storing frequently accessed resources, so when you revisit a site, it loads faster because it doesn't have to download everything again.

Are there any downsides to using cookies and cache?

Yes, cookies can raise privacy concerns as they track user behavior, while cache can sometimes lead to outdated content being displayed if not cleared regularly.