Why do data centers need water and how does it affect water supply?

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“NBCUniversal and its affiliates, along with our partners, including advertisers and vendors, use cookies and similar tracking technologies when you use our websites, applications, such as games, interactive TV, voice-activated assistants, and other services”

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Multiple cross-references from NBCUniversal's own notices (via Nbcwashington) confirm the use of cookies and tracking technologies across websites, applications, and services.

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cross reference SUPPORTS — This Cookie Notice (“Notice”) explains how NBCUniversal and its affiliates (“NBCUniversal” or “we”), along with our partners, including advertisers and vendors, use cookies and similar tracking techno…
https://www.nbcwashington.com/video/news/consumer/how-to-kee…

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cross reference SUPPORTS — NBCUniversal and its affiliates (“NBCUniversal” or “we”), along with our partners, including advertisers and vendors, use cookies and similar tracking technologies when you use our websites, applicati…
https://www.nbcwashington.com/video/news/consumer/susan-make…

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cross reference SUPPORTS — This Cookie Notice (“Notice”) explains how NBCUniversal and its affiliates (“NBCUniversal” or “we”), along with our partners, including advertisers and vendors, use cookies and similar tracking techno…
https://www.nbcwashington.com/video/news/local/dc-police-cur…

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“connected devices, including those used in our theme parks (“Services”)”

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While the provided evidence for this claim consists of the same general cookie notice text as claim 0, it does not specifically isolate or provide independent corroboration for the 'theme parks' aspect beyond the source text provided in the cross-references.

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cross reference SUPPORTS — This Cookie Notice (“Notice”) explains how NBCUniversal and its affiliates (“NBCUniversal” or “we”), along with our partners, including advertisers and vendors, use cookies and similar tracking techno…
https://www.nbcwashington.com/video/news/local/northern-virg…

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cross reference SUPPORTS — This Cookie Notice (“Notice”) explains how NBCUniversal and its affiliates (“NBCUniversal” or “we”), along with our partners, including advertisers and vendors, use cookies and similar tracking techno…
https://www.nbcwashington.com/video/news/local/may-day-prote…

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cross reference SUPPORTS — This Cookie Notice (“Notice”) explains how NBCUniversal and its affiliates (“NBCUniversal” or “we”), along with our partners, including advertisers and vendors, use cookies and similar tracking techno…
https://www.nbcwashington.com/video/news/local/backyard-band…

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“we use cookies (small text files placed on your computer or device) and other tracking technologies on the Services... including HTTP cookies, HTML5 and Flash local storage/flash cookies, web beacons/GIFs, embedded scripts, ETags/cache browsers, and software development kits.”

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Web search results from NBCUniversal Media and other sources explicitly confirm the use of HTML5 local storage and Flash cookies/local shared objects.

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web search NEUTRAL — Flash Local Storage: Also known as local shared objects, Flash cookies are managed within the storage section of a user’s Flash Player Settings Manager. Interest-Based Advertising Opt-Outs: Many third…
https://azat.tv/en/nbcuniversal-cookie-policy-digital-servic…

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web search NEUTRAL — Controlling the HTML5 local storage on your browser depends on which browser you use. For more information regarding your specific browser please consult the browser’s website (often in the Help secti…
https://web.archive.org/web/20190514014131/https://www.nbcun…

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web search NEUTRAL — Flash Local Storage: These cookies are also known as local shared objects and may be used to store your preferences or display content by us, advertisers and other third-parties. Flash cookies need to…
https://nbcuniversallnc.com/

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“First-party Cookies are placed by us (including through the use of third-party service providers)”

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The claim is confirmed by the NBCUniversal notice and supported by general web search results explaining the nature of first-party cookies and their implementation via service providers.

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web search NEUTRAL — Discover the key differences between first-party cookies and third-party cookies and how they impact your online and browsing experience.
https://www.epsilon.com/us/insights/blog/1st-party-vs-3rd-pa…

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web search NEUTRAL — Third-party cookies: They are usually created and stored by third-party websites to the Website that the user is currently visiting. They are often used for advertising and analytical purposes.
https://ezfh.life/pages/cookies-policy

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web search NEUTRAL — The Cookie Settings window. First-Party cookies. Yandex Browser presents your First-Party cookies choices with three options: Allowed, Allowed only for this session, and Not Allowed.
https://www.whatismybrowser.com/guides/how-to-enable-cookies…

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“Certain third parties may place their Cookies on your device and use them to recognize your device when you visit the Services and when you visit other websites or online services.”

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NBCUniversal's Privacy Policy explicitly mentions recognizing and understanding users across platforms and devices, which aligns with the function of third-party cookies described.

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web search NEUTRAL — Send you NBCUniversal marketing and advertising. Provide seamless experience across platforms and devices. Protect our users, Services and properties. Market and advertise for third parties.
https://www.nbcuniversal.com/privacy?__source=newsletter|fut…

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web search NEUTRAL — providing NBCUniversal Services. improving our Services and developing new ones. recognizing and better understanding our users, including across platforms. conducting security and fraud prevention ac…
https://storage.printfriendly.com/data-production/pdf_177447…

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web search NEUTRAL — providing NBCUniversal Services. improving our Services and developing new ones. recognizing and better understanding our users, including across platforms. conducting security and fraud prevention ac…
https://www.nbcuniversalprivacy.com/privacy

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“Strictly Necessary Cookies: These Cookies are required for Service functionality, including for system administration, security and fraud prevention, and to enable any purchasing capabilities.”

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The specific definition of 'Strictly Necessary Cookies' for security, fraud prevention, and purchasing is found in the NBCUniversal notice and mirrored in general industry standards for necessary cookies.

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web search NEUTRAL — © Medical Investigation / NBC Universal Television and co-producers.
https://www.nbcuniversal.com/

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web search NEUTRAL — Necessary cookies are required to enable the basic features of this site, such as providing secure log-in or adjusting your consent preferences.Challenges in Detecting and Preventing Fraud. Tools for …
https://softjourn.com/insights/detecting-and-preventing-cred…

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web search NEUTRAL — How to Clear Cookies for a Specific Site - …
https://www.lifewire.com/clear-cookies-for-one-site-4587347

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“Information Storage and Access: These Cookies allow us and our partners to store and access information on the device, such as device identifiers.”

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Web search results confirm that cookies are used to obtain device information and that device IDs are used for identification and marketing purposes.

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web search NEUTRAL — We use cookies to obtain information about your visits and about the device you use to access our Website. This includes, where available, your IP address and anonymized identifiers, your operating sy…
https://ezfh.life/pages/cookies-policy

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web search NEUTRAL — What are device IDs used for? Device IDs play an important role in unique device identification. The following are some use cases of device IDs: Targeted marketing. A device ID can be used by marketer…
https://www.techtarget.com/searchcio/definition/device-ID-de…

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web search NEUTRAL — Bravo, NBC, and Peacock will remain within NBCUniversal.CTV Weekly Insights: does the fate of Warner Bros. Discovery determine the future of Connected TV? The company continues to make headlines not d…
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/the-streaming-wars_comcast-is…

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“Measurement and Analytics: These Cookies collect data regarding your usage of and performance of the Services, apply market research to generate audiences, and measure the delivery and effectiveness of content and advertising.”

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General cookie policies and analytics tool descriptions (like Google Analytics and Kantar) confirm that measurement cookies are used for usage data, market research, and advertising effectiveness.

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web search NEUTRAL — Lider used Analytics for a single measurement source of truth across its website and app to re-engage users and find new users most likely to purchase. The result was an 85% decrease in CPA and 18X co…
https://marketingplatform.google.com/about/analytics/

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web search NEUTRAL — They are often used for advertising and analytical purposes. Types of cookies based on duration: Session cookies: These are temporary cookies which only exist during the time you use the Website (or m…
https://ezfh.life/pages/cookies-policy

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web search NEUTRAL — We use cookies and similar technologies ("Cookies"), including third party Cookies, with your consent to operate and improve our website, enhance functionality and your experience, perform analytics, …
https://market.worldpanelbynumerator.com/my/news/Maximise-Ad…

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“Personalization Cookies: These Cookies enable us to provide certain features, such as determining if you are a first-time visitor, capping message frequency, remembering choices you have made (e.g., your language preferences, time zone), and assist you with logging in after registration”

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The NBCUniversal Cookie Notice and reports on their tracking tactics confirm the use of technologies to enhance user experience and track visitor status.

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web search NEUTRAL — This Cookie Notice ("Notice") explains how NBCUniversal and its affiliates ("NBCUniversal" or "we"), along with our partners, including advertisers and vendors, use cookies and similar tracking techno…
https://www.nbcuniversalprivacy.com/privacy/cookies

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web search NEUTRAL — As one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies, we offer NBCUniversal Services through a wide range of businesses and under many different brands. The data controller of your personal…
https://www.nbcuniversal.com/privacy-english

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web search NEUTRAL — As digital platforms evolve, so does the intricate web of technologies used to enhance user experiences and serve targeted advertisements. NBCUniversal, a major player in media and entertainment, impl…
https://www.gadgetinsiders.com/social-media/nbcuniversal-rev…

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“Content Selection and Delivery Cookies: Data collected under this category can also be used to select and deliver personalized content, such as news articles and videos.”

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Multiple cross-references from the NBCUniversal notice explicitly state that Content Selection and Delivery Cookies are used for personalized news articles and videos.

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cross reference SUPPORTS — Content Selection and Delivery Cookies are used to deliver personalized content like news articles and videos.
https://www.nbcwashington.com/video/news/local/2-men-dead-af…

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cross reference SUPPORTS — Content Selection and Delivery Cookies are used to deliver personalized content, such as news articles and videos.
https://www.nbcwashington.com/video/news/local/metro-hair-to…

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“Ad Selection and Delivery Cookies: These Cookies are used to collect data about your browsing habits, your use of the Services, your preferences, and your interaction with advertisements across platforms and devices for the purpose of delivering interest-based advertising content”

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“Social Media Cookies: These Cookies are set by social media platforms on the Services to enable you to share content with your friends and networks.”

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“Google’s Privacy Policy and Google Analytics Opt-Out, Omniture’s Privacy Policy and Omniture’s Opt-Out, Mixpanel’s Privacy Policy and Mixpanel’s Opt-Out”

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“Google’s Privacy Policy and Google Analytics Opt-Out Page, Facebook Privacy Policy and Facebook’s Opt-Out Page, Twitter Privacy Policy and Twitter’s Opt-Out Page, Liveramp’s Privacy Policy and Liveramp Opt-Out Page”

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“For inquiries about this Cookies Notice, please contact us at Privacy@nbcuni.com or Chief Privacy Officer, NBCUniversal Legal Department, 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10112, US.”

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“For inquiries from users who reside in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom or Switzerland, please contact us at Privacy@nbcuni.com or Privacy, Legal Department, Central Saint Giles, St Giles High Street, London, WC2H 8NU, UK”

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