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There are numerous examples of ethical dilemmas dealing with the privacy of customers. As the textbook states, using cookies is a common way of monitoring preferences of customers and potential customers. Companies' websites gather and store information about its customers through cookies. Do you agree with this business practice? What are the benefits to the company, and what are the benefits and potential disadvantages to the customer?

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I believe that the business practice of utilizing cookies as a method of monitoring the preferences of customers and potential customers is a legitimate and effective business practice. I think that this business practice does not unfairly infringe upon the privacy rights of customers due to the fact that privileged or confidential ...

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