DIGITALSECURITYGUIDE SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) – a standard security technology that allows sensitive information such as credit card numbers, social security numbers and login credentials to be transmitted securely. TLS (Transport Layer Security) – A protocol for encrypting web, email and other stream-oriented information sent over the Internet. It is derived from the SSL protocol. Tor (The Onion Router) – An anonymity tool that allows you to bypass Internet censorship and hide the websites and Internet services you visit, while also disguising your own location. Virus – a programme or code that replicates itself onto other files with which it comes into contact. Most viruses only replicate, although many can do damage to a computer system or a user’s data as well. VPN (Virtual Private Network) – A secure network that comes in handy when you surf on open Wifi networks in cafés, libraries, etc. since it encrypts your Internet traffic, keeping it from prying eyes. 31