#InternetLayers

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https://bit.ly/3ILc7wW - 🕸️ The infamous Dark Web, often linked with cybercrime and human abuse, was initially developed by the US military. It uses a network of encrypted websites, rendering both origin and content hard to trace. #DarkWeb #CyberSecurity 🌐 The Surface Web, which we access daily, is just a fraction of the Internet. The Deep Web, unindexed by search engines, houses services like cloud storage and online banking. An extreme layer of the Deep Web, ensuring high privacy, is the Dark Web. #InternetLayers 💻 The Dark Web operates via overlay networks accessible only through special software. These networks, called darknets, often used for file sharing, ensure privacy through multiple data relays and encryption, making tracking complex. #Darknet #InternetPrivacy 🔓 A popular system facilitating this is Tor (The Onion Router), initially developed by the US Naval Research Lab. Released under a free license, it protects data transmission through multiple encryption layers. #Tor #DataEncryption 🔦 Accessing the Dark Web is legal in most countries, and it serves various legitimate users such as government bodies and whistleblowers. However, its heightened privacy also makes it a hotspot for illegal activities and materials. #InternetFreedom #CyberCrime 🔑 Accessing the Dark Web requires specialized browsers like Tor. While these provide privacy, they may also invite suspicion from authorities, making careful usage paramount for online safety. #OnlineSecurity 💼 Despite its illicit side, the Dark Web hosts legal, ethical services. Encrypted email services like ProtonMail, whistleblowing platforms like SecureDrop, and uncensored access to platforms like Facebook make it valuable for privacy advocates. #LegalWebUses ⚠️ Despite its benefits, the Dark Web is linked with serious crime, making even legal users potential targets. While exploration is possible, one must remember its inherent risks.