Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) — definition (SharePoint)

SharePoint

A protocol that provides secure data communication through data encryption. This protocol enables authentication, integrity, and data privacy over networks through a combination of digital certificates, public-key cryptography, and bulk data encryption. This protocol does not provide authorization or nonrepudiation.

Microsoft — SharePoint Portal Server 2003 IT Documentation Glossary

A proposed open standard that was developed by Netscape Communications for establishing a secure communications channel to prevent the interception of critical information, such as credit card numbers.

SharePoint Forum — SharePoint Forum SharePoint Glossary

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Microsoft Active Directory

A protocol that provides secure data communication through data encryption. This protocol enables authentication, integrity, and data privacy over networks through a combination of digital certificates, public-key cryptography, and bulk data encryption. This protocol does not provide authorization or non-repudiation.

GuardianEdge Technologies — Active Directory Glossary

Technology

Storage

A protocol that is a standard method for secure, encrypted communication over the Internet. See also "HTTPS."

NetApp — Network Appliance Corporate Glossary