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Cipher Suites

What are Cipher Suites? Cipher suites are sets of instructions that enable secure network connections through Transport Layer Security (TLS), often still referred to as Secure Sockets Layer (SSL). These cipher suites provide a set of algorithms and protocols that are required to secure communications between clients and servers. To initiate an HTTPS connection, the […]

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Authentication and Authorization

What is the Difference Between Authentication and Authorization? Security authentication and authorization both play important roles in online security systems. The terms are often used interchangeably, but they are quite different. Authentication Authentication is the process of confirming a user’s identity in order to provide access to sensitive information. This is often accomplished via username […]