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= OpenSSL
{wiki=OpenSSL}

OpenSSL is an open-source software library that provides a robust set of cryptographic functions and tools. It is widely used for securing communications over computer networks using the SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) and TLS (Transport Layer Security) protocols. OpenSSL includes a variety of functions and features to facilitate secure communication, including: 1. **Cryptographic Algorithms**: OpenSSL supports various algorithms for encryption and decryption, including symmetric (e.g., AES, DES) and asymmetric cryptography (e.