What is the default port number for HTTP?

What is the default port number for HTTP?

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what is the default port number for http?

http? think of it like house numbers for your computer, helping direct data to the right place and when you visit a website using HTTP the browser uses port 80 by default imagine it like the main door for unencrypted web traffic, if the site is secure using HTTPS, it uses port 443 instead. thats the basics oftodays lesson

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Port Numbers, The Doors to the Internet

what is a port number

Examples of Common Ports: Port 80: HTTP unencrypted web traffic. Port 443: HTTPS encrypted web traffic. Port 25: Email SMTP.

Every device connected to a network has thousands of ports numbered 0 to 65535, but only a few are commonly used Ports ensure that data reaches the correct program like web browser, email client, game and many more Without ports, your computer wouldn't know where to send incoming data

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why does secure port matter?

why does security matter?

it protects and encrypts your data keeping it safe from hackers. it builds trust for user because their data is safe. it prevents attacks or tampering with your data.

what will happen without HTTPS, hackers can steal everything about you, fake websites can lure you. call to action: only use https:// and look for the padlock icon on the browser

HTTPS keeps your personal details safe. it protects your login details. keeps your messages and pictures secure.

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Port 80 for HTTP has been the default since 1991, but it's not secure that's why HTTPS on port 443 is now the standard