PHP register_globals setting is ON instead of OFF

PHP Server Settings Inquiry There's a message on the back-end of our site that reads: Following PHP Server Settings are not optimal for Security and it is recommended to change them: * PHP register_globals setting is `ON` instead of `OFF`

What is this and should I change it?

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