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What is SSL/TLS?
Security technology that encrypts data sent between your website and your users
Why It Matters
SSL protects sensitive data like passwords and credit cards, and is required for the padlock icon and HTTPS
Real-World Example
When you see the padlock icon in your browser, SSL is encrypting your connection
“Understanding terms like SSL/TLS matters because it helps you have better conversations with developers and make smarter decisions about your software. You do not need to be technical. You just need to know enough to ask the right questions.”
From definition to deployment
Knowing the term is step one. Using it in something real is the rest.