Cookies Policy
Tracking Information : Use of Cookies
Tracking data consists of both individual and aggregated tracking information and is automatically gathered using "cookies." A cookie is a small data file containing information, such as a user's login name, that is written to the user's hard drive by a web server and used to track the pages visited.
Tracking by TSC
We use cookies in several ways to track user behavior. First, the information we gather on an individual basis is used for internal purposes only, such as accessing a member's account information. We also use tracking information on an aggregate (anonymous) basis, to track the readership of stories and usage of our products, to analyze traffic patterns on our sites, and to provide anonymous reporting of usage for internal and external clients. We may use the services of outside companies to assist us in analyzing tracking data. In all cases, cookies used by us are encoded and contain a unique digital signature to prevent tampering. They do not contain user passwords. We also employ technology that is commonly referred to as "action tags" (also known as "web beacons" or "one pixel .gif files") to measure the effectiveness of our advertisements.
You can control your browser's settings regarding cookies by selecting "Internet Options" or "Preferences" in the menu bar of your browser. This will allow you to prevent your browser from accepting new cookies, have your browser notify you when you receive a new cookie, or disable cookies altogether. However, because cookies allow you to easily navigate our web sites without having to constantly log in using your User Name and password, we recommend that you leave them turned on.
Tracking by Advertisers and Outside Agencies
The Site contains display ads sold by us or by outside advertising agencies. These ads may contain cookies which will be deposited on your hard drive if you click on the ads. Information generated from cookies deposited on your hard drive by our advertisers is collected by them, and we do not have access to this information nor are we responsible for their privacy policies or practices.
Use of Personal Information by TSC and its Affiliates
TSC uses and discloses personal information obtained from users of the Site to provide them with products and services, to enhance users' experiences on the Site and other web sites we operate and for other lawful purposes. One or more of our affiliated companies may also perform services for us, such as administering a sweepstakes or contest, and we may disclose your personal information in connection with the performance of such services.
