Definition
HTTPS stands for HyperText Transfer Protocol Secure or HTTP over SSL (Secure Socket Layer) or HTTP over TLS (Transport Layer Security). It is a protocol used by web servers to securely transfer and display content using encryption.[1]
References
- ^ American Marketing Association. AMA Dictionary.
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