Computer ‘fingerprints’ may give out your identity, location

Online “fingerprinting” would have major marketing possibilities but at the same time exposes users to hackers. (Representational Picture)
Unique online ‘fingerprints’ left behind while using your device in public locations can reveal your identity, and can be used to track your movements, say scientists who are trying to find ways to protect against the fingerprinting of personal computers.
People leave behind online browser “fingerprints” at each location t