Cryptographic protocols are used to encrypt information sent over the internet in order to add communication security. The Secure Sockets Layer (SSL)...

Cryptographic protocols are used to encrypt information sent over the internet in order to add communication security. The Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) is one such protocol. HTTPS is a widely used security standard these days. This communication protocol is formed by layering HTTP on top of the SSL protocol.

In this discussion forum -

1. List two applications where HTTPS is the protocol used and two applications where SSL is used.
2. Are there any advantages of using HTTPS over just using SSL? If so, please elaborate. If not, please explain your reasons.
3. Are there better ways than HTTPS of encrypting data over the internet?