Why is it recommended to replace session_register() with $_SESSION superglobal in PHP scripts, and what are the benefits of this approach?
It is recommended to replace session_register() with the $_SESSION superglobal in PHP scripts because session_register() is deprecated as of PHP 5.3.0 and removed in PHP 5.4.0. Using the $_SESSION superglobal is the modern and secure way to handle session variables in PHP scripts. It provides better control and security over session data.
// Old way using session_register()
session_start();
$var = "value";
session_register('var');
// New way using $_SESSION superglobal
session_start();
$var = "value";
$_SESSION['var'] = $var;