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GeoTrust SSL Certificates Frequently Asked Questions
What is a GeoTrust SSL Certificate?
GeoTrust SSL is a Web server certificate that allows consumers and Web sites to conduct safe eCommerce with encrypted SSL connections. GeoTrust SSL Certificates Web server certificates are compatible with Microsoft Internet Explorer® 5.01 and higher and Netscape/AOL Web browsers version 4.51 and higher, comprising an estimated 90% or more of all Web browsers in use on the Internet.
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What is SSL?
The SSL (secure socket layer) protocol is the Web standard for encrypting communications between users and Web sites. Data sent via an SSL connection is protected by encryption, a mechanism that prevents eavesdropping and tampering with any transmitted data. SSL provides businesses and consumers with the confidence that private data sent to a Web site, such as credit card numbers, are kept confidential. Web server certificates are required to initialize an SSL session.
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Why are GeoTrust SSL Certificates so inexpensive?
Historically, most SSL certificates cost $350 or more, but GeoTrust has developed fully automated systems to verify that a certificate purchaser has appropriate administrative rights to a Web server's domain. This greatly lowers our costs for issuing SSL certificates, and we pass those savings on to you. With GeoTrust SSL Certificates, you can assure your customers that their transactions and information are secure on the Internet without having to pay an unreasonable price.
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What will you charge for GeoTrust SSL Certificates next year?
GeoTrust SSL Certificates are provided as a low-cost alternative to traditional, expensive SSL certificates, and GeoTrust intends to continue that practice in the future.
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What Web browser programs are compatible with GeoTrust SSL Certificates?
GeoTrust SSL Certificates are compatible with Microsoft Internet Explorer™ 5.01 and higher and Netscape/AOL Web browsers version 4.51 and higher, comprising an estimated 90% or more of all Web browsers in use today. All other commonly used browsers may connect securely with Web servers using GeoTrust SSL Certificates certificates. However, some older browsers may display a dialogue box indicating that the certificate is not trusted. This means that the certificated is not located in the browser certificate store and, in most cases, the user will be prompted to install it with a few clicks of their mouse.
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Will GeoTrust SSL Certificates be compatible with more Web browsers in the future?
GeoTrust SSL Certificates browser compatibility is increasing at an estimated rate of 2% per month and we anticipate approximately 95% compatibility by the end of 2004.
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What Web servers are compatible with GeoTrust SSL Certificates?
GeoTrust SSL Certificates are compatible with all major Web servers.
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How do I create a certificate signing request?
See certificate-signing request generation instructions (CSR) instructions.
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How do I install my GeoTrust SSL Certificate?
See GeoTrust SSL Certificate installation instructions.
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