It is very important to have the SSL activated. And I'm sure (as a web programmer) that this must be a requirement for both web platforms and desktop applications (I didn't know they were called thick clients).
The SSL creates an asymmetric encryption shield if I remember correctly (The same encryption technology used by cryptocurrencies and blockchain), which wraps the transmission of information making it difficult for intruders in the middle to use it for their benefit.
It is very important to have this option enabled for banking and financial transactions, cryptocurrency investments, etc; in short, everything that involves money or private information.
Thanks for sharing ^_^
SSL/TLS is largely using asymmetric encryption algorithms. But the actual implementation uses both asymmetric and symmetric algorithms. And you are right in saying that it encrypts the network traffic so that people who hijack your traffic will not be able to know what it is about
Most likely, for most users who read us, they may think we are speaking Chinese or Mandarin. However, it is important to tell them to always check that the little closed padlock is present for their safety :D
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