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A session object is a fundamental concept in web development, particularly in server-side programming. It represents a period of interaction between a user and a web application. When a user first visits a website, the server typically creates a unique session for them. This session acts as a container to store information that needs to persist across multiple requests from the same user during their visit.

The session object allows the application to maintain state. Without it, each request would be treated as independent, making it difficult to remember user preferences, login status, or items added to a shopping cart. When a user logs in, their authentication status can be stored in the session. As they navigate through different pages, the server checks the session object to confirm they are still logged in.

Commonly, session data is stored on the server. The client, usually through a cookie, receives a session ID. This ID is then sent back to the server with each subsequent request, allowing the server to retrieve the correct session data. The lifespan of a session can vary; it might expire after a period of inactivity, when the user closes their browser, or when they explicitly log out. Different programming languages and frameworks provide mechanisms for managing session objects, offering developers tools to store and retrieve user-specific data securely.