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Secure Sockets Layer (SSL)

Summary

SSL is a standard security protocol used to establish an encrypted link between a web server and a browser.

Detailed Description

SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) is a protocol that provides a secure communication channel over the internet. It ensures that all data transferred between the web server and the user’s web browser remains private and integral. Although SSL has mostly been replaced by Transport Layer Security (TLS), the term SSL continues to be used commonly to refer to the protocols that safeguard and secure online transactions.

Category
Security Protocol
Synonyms
HTTPS
TLS
Secure Socket Layer Protocol
SSL/TLS

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Secure E-commerce Transactions

SSL is used by online retailers to encrypt sensitive customer information during purchases.

Industries:

Retail
Financial services

Platforms:

Web browsers
E-commerce platforms
Secure Email Communication

SSL can be used to secure the transmission of emails, ensuring only intended recipients can read the messages.

Industries:

Communication
Finance

Platforms:

Email clients
SMTP servers
Secure Data Transfers

SSL is implemented to protect data transfers between cloud services and users.

Industries:

Technology
Data storage

Platforms:

Cloud storage services
Web applications

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