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.
Full Definition of ALLEGORY. 1. : the expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence; also: an instance (as in a story or painting) of such expression. 2.: a symbolic representation: emblem 2.See allegory defined for English-language learners.ull Definition of ALLEGORY. 1. : the expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence; also: an instance (as in a story or painting) of such expression. 2.