# SSL: what it is and how it works · Zorraquino
> SSL is the name of a historical family of security protocols superseded by TLS.
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# SSL

SSL is the name of a historical family of security protocols superseded by TLS. The expression “SSL certificate” remains in colloquial use for certificates associated with HTTPS connections

What it means, how it is used and where it comes up, with its related concepts.

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## What it is and how it works

A certificate connects a key with identifiers validated according to its type; it does not demonstrate that all the site's content is legitimate. Encryption protects communication within its scope, but does not in itself prevent deception or application errors. A fraudulent website can also use HTTPS.

Also known as

Secure Sockets Layer, SSL certificate, TLS

Topics

[Technology and data](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/category/tecnologia-y-datos)

## Related concepts

- [HTTP](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/internet/http.html)
- [Cybersecurity](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/internet/cyber-security.html)
- [Phishing](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/internet/phishing.html)