What is the difference between the secure HTTPS protocol and the standard HTTP in the context of safe data transmission?

HTTPS (HyperText Transfer Protocol Secure) differs from HTTP in that it provides secure data transmission between the client and server using encryption.

Main differences:

• Encryption: HTTPS uses the TLS/SSL protocol to encrypt data, preventing interception and reading by third parties.
• Server authentication: HTTPS allows the client to verify the server's authenticity through certificates, reducing the risk of "man-in-the-middle" (MITM) attacks.
• Data integrity: TLS ensures protection against data tampering during transmission.

Unlike HTTP, which transmits data in plain text, HTTPS guarantees confidentiality and security of communication, which is especially important for transmitting passwords, payment information, and other sensitive data.