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The internet we access daily, with its numerous websites and readily available information, is known as the ‘surface web’ or ‘clear web’. However, a hidden layer exists beneath this readily accessible surface – the dark web. Often associated with secrecy and potential misuse, the dark web can facilitate illegal activities. But believe it or not, there are also good reasons why people might use the dark web.
What is the Dark Web?
First, Let’s distinguish between two frequently confused terms: Deep Web and Dark Web. These terms represent distinct portions of the internet.
- The Deep Web is a giant hidden part of the internet with tons of web pages that search engines can’t find. This includes password-protected areas of websites, academic databases, and content dynamically generated upon request.
- The Dark Web requires specialized software to be accessed. These websites utilize unique domain extensions (like .onion) and operate on top of anonymizing networks such as
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