OpenSSL
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May 1, 2024
Updated May 12, 2025
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OpenSSL is a software library that applications use to secure communications over computer networks. It provides an open-source implementation of the Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) and Transport Layer Security (TLS) protocols. Essentially, it's a foundational toolkit for encrypting internet traffic, ensuring that data exchanged between a user's computer and a website, or between any two networked devices, remains private and integral. The vast majority of HTTPS websites rely on OpenSSL to secure their connections. You'll find OpenSSL at work in web servers, virtual private networks (VPNs), and email encryption, making it a cornerstone of modern internet security.
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