HTTPS
HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure) is an extension of HTTP that uses SSL/TLS for secure communication over a computer network.
SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) and its successor TLS (Transport Layer Security) are cryptographic protocols that provide secure communication over a computer network.
SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) and TLS (Transport Layer Security) are cryptographic protocols designed to provide secure communication over a computer network. TLS is the successor to SSL and is now more commonly used, though the terms are often used interchangeably. These protocols ensure privacy, integrity, and authentication in data transmission between two communicating applications, typically a web browser and a server.
SSL/TLS works through a process called the 'handshake':
For Flowdrive users, SSL/TLS is crucial in several ways:
SSL/TLS works in conjunction with HTTPS to provide a secure browsing experience and is a fundamental component of File Hosting security.
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