BeginnerPhone
2 min
SSL vs TLS
SecurityNetworkingEncryption
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Interview Question
What is the difference between SSL and TLS, and why is TLS preferred today?
Key Points to Cover
- SSL is the older protocol; TLS is the modern replacement
- TLS provides better encryption algorithms and security
- TLS 1.2/1.3 is industry standard
Evaluation Rubric
Mentions SSL is outdated30% weight
Explains TLS improvements40% weight
Justifies why TLS is preferred30% weight
Hints
- 💡Think: TLS replaced SSL due to vulnerabilities.
Common Pitfalls to Avoid
- ⚠️Confusing SSL and TLS as separate, distinct protocols rather than acknowledging TLS as the successor and evolution of SSL.
- ⚠️Failing to explain *why* TLS is more secure (e.g., better algorithms, addressing vulnerabilities) beyond simply stating it's 'newer.'
- ⚠️Not mentioning the specific deprecation of older TLS versions (1.0, 1.1) alongside SSL.
- ⚠️Overly technical explanations of specific algorithms without relating them back to the 'why preferred' aspect.
- ⚠️Incorrectly stating that SSL is still in use for any new or recommended secure connections.
Potential Follow-up Questions
- ❓What about HTTPS vs TLS?
- ❓Which version of TLS is most secure?
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