On 5/12/06, Ted Harding Ted.Harding@nessie.mcc.ac.uk wrote:
So I killed my browser, and then after re-starting deleted all cookies and cleared the cache, then re-started the browser. Also re-booted the computer.
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Another is that something has got into may machine which is responsible for the changed behaviour. I don't like this possibility! But it's not a persistent cookie and is not in the cache, since I've cleared both.
You are being a bit paranoid. Rebooting won't help if it has inserted something into your startup/logon scripts.
You should erase the hard disk with a strong magnet and re-install from clean media.</joke>
They might have noted your IP address and re-established a cookie after you wiped it, or they are counting from scratch your new visits until you reach a threshold before pestering you about how you use the website ("Do you like this website?" "I don't know, I've only just arrived").
They could also be using Flash cookies, which are different to normal cookies.
Tim.