1.1 Definition SSL, or Secure Sockets Layer, is a cryptographic protocol designed to provide a secure and encrypted connection between a user's web browser and a website's server. Its primary objective is to protect the confidentiality and integrity of data during transmission over the internet.
1.2 How SSL WorksSSL functions by establishing a secure communication channel through a process known as the SSL handshake. This involves the following steps:
Client Hello: The client (user's browser) initiates the connection by sending a request to the server.
Server Hello: The server responds, acknowledging the request and presenting its SSL certificate.
Authentication: The client verifies the server's SSL certificate to ensure its authenticity.
Key Exchange: Both parties exchange cryptographic keys to establish a secure connection.
Secure Data Transfer: Once the secure connection is established, data is encrypted and transmitted securely.
