SSL

abbreviation for

, Computers.

1. Secure Sockets Layer: a protocol that uses encryption to ensure the secure transfer of data over the internet.

SSL

abbreviation for

1. Secure Sockets Layer: a way of enabling the secure encrypted transmission of sensitive data via the internet

Word History and Origins

Origin of SSL¹

First recorded in 1995–2000

Example Sentences

Currently, white LEDs used in SSL generate seven times more heat than light output.

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This presents a fundamental challenge for the widespread adoption of SSL.

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Bayram says that the green gap can be closed by using cubic III-nitride, as the advantages of these materials for SSL are well documented both theoretically and experimentally.

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SSL scientists specialize in designing and building instruments that do just that.

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"The really interesting thing about Claire's paper is that we've known for a couple of years now that the Steve spectrum is telling us there's some very exotic physics going on. We just didn't know what it was," said Brian Harding, a co-author of the paper and an SSL assistant research physicist.

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