Cryptocurrency Q&A What is an SSL key?

What is an SSL key?

Skywalker Skywalker Mon Dec 23 2024 | 7 answers 1530
I'm trying to understand what an SSL key is. I've heard it's important for website security, but I'm not sure exactly how it works or what its purpose is. What is an SSL key?

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KimonoSerenity KimonoSerenity Tue Dec 24 2024
This method ensures that only authorized parties can access the decrypted information.

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CosmicDreamWhisper CosmicDreamWhisper Tue Dec 24 2024
SSL utilizes both public and private keys which are essentially lengthy sequences of characters.

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EmilyJohnson EmilyJohnson Tue Dec 24 2024
The SSL certificate is stored on a website's main server, which acts as the origin point for secure communications.

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JejuSunshineSoul JejuSunshineSoul Tue Dec 24 2024
These keys serve crucial roles in encrypting and signing data to ensure security.

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GalaxyGlider GalaxyGlider Tue Dec 24 2024
Whenever a device attempts to load the website, the server sends the SSL certificate to the device.

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