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What is the difference between cache and cookies?
sobes.tech AI
Answer from AI
The cache stores static resources of a website (images, CSS, JavaScript) to speed up loading on repeat visits. Cookies store small pieces of user data (e.g., session settings, authentication) for personalization.
| Characteristic | Cache | Cookies |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Speed up webpage loading | Store user state data |
| Data type | Static resources | Small text/data fragments |
| Initiator | Browser (usually via server headers) | Server (set by the browser) |
| Storage duration | Defined by server response headers | Defined by server or manually by user |
| Access | Only the browser | Browser and server |