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With the reported threats of identity theft and illegal credit card activity, processing transactions securely is a top priority for both the consumer and business owners. SSL certificates provide a mechanism for transmitting data securely over the internet. SSL or secure socket layer, works in concert with the end users browser by using a combination of encryption/decryption routines to wrap data securely and to prevent interception from unauthorized parties.

Business owners should endeavor to install ssl certificates as part of their online architecture. This provides peace of mind for the end consumer that the submission of credit card details is protected from third party interception and reading. The internet browser checks the SSL certificate to ascertain that the site you are connecting to is the legitimate site and not an unauthorized third party interception.

There are several options to create a SSL certificate. Usually the web host where your site resides will have the ability to purchase and install a ssl certificate. There are six major SSL providers: Verisign, Thawte, InstantSSL, Entrust, Baltimore and Geotrust. SSL certificates are purchased through licensed vendors that are authorized resellers of one of the aforementioned brands. SSL certificate cost starts from $99 and depends on the level of encryption and time duration of the agreement.

If the ssl certificate is used exclusively for the site, you will need to purchase the certificate and ensure your site has a unique IP address. Some vendors provide a wizard style mechanism for installation. You will need to be tech savvy to ensure that the certificate is installed correctly and wraps the data correctly when processing. You can check with the purchasing vendor for detailed documentation on how to install the SSL certificate correctly.

In some cases, the webhost vendor provides the option to use a shared certificate. This can be a cost effective option for merchants on a budget. In some cases, the vendor provides a trial SSL certificate that the merchant must pay for after an agreed time period. See www.instantssl.com as an example of a service that provides this option.

SSL certificate technology can be used as part of a network solution to encrypt and control access to important organizational data. This can be crucial for companies that have large mobile workforces that need to login to remote networks to gain access to information. For vendors who do business over the web, SSL certificates are an important part of overall network and online infrastructure to protect credit card details.

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