Transport Layer Security â and its predecessor, Secure Sockets Layer, which is now prohibited from use â are cryptographic protocols that provide communications security over a computer network. Several versions of the protocols find widespread use in applications such as web browsing, email, Internet faxing, instant messaging, and voice over IP. Websites are able to use TLS to secure all communications between their servers and web browsers. The TLS protocol aims primarily to provide ...
Definition of ALLEGORICAL. 1. : of, relating to, or having the characteristics of allegory. 2. : having hidden spiritual meaning that transcends the literal sense of a sacred text.
Definition of allegory. allegories. 1 : the expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence a writer known for his use of allegory; also : an instance (as in a story or painting) of such expression The poem is an allegory of love and jealousy.