A Web beacon is:
A)a cookie that carries a virus.
B)an executable cookie.
C)an automated applet for performing Web searches.
D)a tiny graphics file embedded in an e-mail or Web page.

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A Web beacon, also known as a web bug or pixel tag, is a tiny graphics file (usually 1x1 pixel) embedded in an e-mail or web page. It is used by advertisers or webmasters to track user behavior such as opening an e-mail, clicking on a link, or visiting a website. It can also be used for email tracking, as it allows the sender to know if an email has been opened, and when. It does not carry a virus or execute any code on the user's system.

A Web Beacon Is