SSL vs. TLS: Understanding the Evolution of Secure Web Communication BY: Engr. Ahmed Malik In the realm of secure online communication, SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) and TLS (Transport Layer Security) are foundational cryptographic protocols. While often used interchangeably, it's crucial to understand their distinct roles and the evolution that led to TLS becoming the modern standard. What is SSL? SSL was the original protocol developed by Netscape in the mid-1990s to create secure, encrypted conn