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HTTP vs. HTTPS

HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) and HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure) are both protocols used for transmitting data over the internet, primarily used for loading webpages. While they are similar in many ways, the key difference lies in the security aspect provided by HTTPS. Let's compare the two:

HTTP

Characteristics:

  1. No Encryption: HTTP does not encrypt the data being transmitted. This means that the data can be intercepted and read by others.
  2. Default Port: It typically operates over port 80. 3

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