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Behavioral targeting refers to the practice of tracking users' online activities to deliver personalized advertisements. A study by Stanford Law School's Center for Internet and Society found that many online advertising firms fail to honor 'Do Not Track' requests, continuing to place tracking cookies on users' systems even after opt-out. This raises significant privacy concerns, as users' browsing habits are monitored without their consent. The discussion on WindowsForum highlights the gap between privacy policies and actual practices in the ad industry, emphasizing the need for stronger enforcement and user awareness regarding online tracking and data collection.
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    Windows 7 Study Finds Online Ad Firms Don't Abide By 'Do Not Track' Requests

    Study Finds Online Ad Firms Don't Abide By 'Do Not Track' Requests | threatpost
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