TLS
TLSAlso called: Transport Layer Security
A cryptographic protocol that provides end-to-end communication security and data encryption over computer networks.
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The Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS) is the secure version of HTTP that encrypts communication between clients and servers using Transport Layer Security (TLS), ensuring data confidentiality, integrity, and authentication during transmission.
Mutual TLSmTLSA TLS authentication method in which both client and server verify each other's identities using digital certificates before establishing a secure connection.
AuthenticationThe process of verifying the identity of a user, application, or system before granting access to protected resources or services.
AuthorizationThe process of determining what actions or resources an authenticated user, application, or system is permitted to access.
Access TokenA credential issued after authentication that authorizes a client to access protected resources or APIs for a limited period.