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Do You Know The Difference Between Http And Https ? by MrErudite(m): 6:18am On Jul 26, 2016 |
What is the difference between http and https? Don't know how many of you are aware of this difference, but it is worth sending to any that do not... **The main difference between *http:// and https:// is It's all about keeping you secure* ** HTTP stands for Hyper Text Transfer Protocol The *S*(big surprise) stands for *"Secure"..* If you visit a website or web page, and look at the address in the web browser, it will likely begin with the following: http:///. ;; This means that the website is talking to your browser using the regular 'unsecured' language. In other words, it is possible for someone to "eavesdrop" on your computer's conversation with the website. If you fill out a form on the website, someone might see the information you send to that site. This is why you never ever ever enter your credit card number in an http website! But if the web address begins with https://, that basically means your computer is talking to the website in a secure code that no one can eavesdrop on. You understand why this is so important, right? If a website ever asks you to enter your credit card information, you should automatically look to see if the web address begins with https://. If it doesn't. You should *NEVER* enter sensitive information... such as a *credit card number* #Mr Erudite 5 Likes |
Re: Do You Know The Difference Between Http And Https ? by tempem: 6:42am On Jul 26, 2016 |
Thanks for this. It's indeed helpful. For explaining in term that's understandable, you have my golden star. The snake man will soon come around.. Trust me, this thread is going places. Dude, I just checked Nl, its not having the "s" for secure. 2 Likes |
Re: Do You Know The Difference Between Http And Https ? by Heryorh: 7:36am On Jul 26, 2016 |
nice one |
Re: Do You Know The Difference Between Http And Https ? by TDonald: 8:05am On Jul 26, 2016 |
This is why you never ever ever enter your credit card number in an http website! But if the web address begins with https://, that basically means your computer is talking to the website in a secure code that no one can eavesdrop on. If a website ever asks you to enter your credit card information, you should automatically look to see if the web address begins with https://. OP, it should be pointed out that just because a website has that magic "S" in its address, does not mean it is wise to do business with them; even scammers can have https sites! It simply means that no outsiders can eavesdrop on your conversation...doesn't mean you should be having the conversation in the first place. Only do business with reputable firms, or firms you have thoroughly checked out! 1 Like |
Re: Do You Know The Difference Between Http And Https ? by Olasco93: 8:27am On Jul 26, 2016 |
In 3 minutes, I have known where Bluetooth derived its name and now the different between http and https. Well done Mr. Erudite, nairaland is proud of you. |
Re: Do You Know The Difference Between Http And Https ? by Mainman4: 9:29am On Jul 26, 2016 |
Nice One Bro....Erudite indeed |
Re: Do You Know The Difference Between Http And Https ? by Xhaka(m): 12:10pm On Jul 26, 2016 |
Thought it was the same thing. |
Re: Do You Know The Difference Between Http And Https ? by MrErudite(m): 12:54am On Aug 06, 2016 |
Olasco93:Thanks Bro N God bless you |
Re: Do You Know The Difference Between Http And Https ? by MrErudite(m): 12:55am On Aug 06, 2016 |
Mainman4:Thanks Man... |
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