We recommend that you use one of these browsers for its encryption features. Encryption is a process that scrambles information into a format that unauthorized parties cannot decode or utilize. The use of 128-bit encryption is recommended when conducting investment and banking transactions over the Internet. Referred to as domestic grade encryption, 128-bit encryption is so strong that the U.S. government restricts the export of this technology outside the United States and Canada. The version of the browser will be displayed.
Later versions show a lock on the left side of the status bar.
When you visit a site that requires encryption, your browser will display a key or a lock. If you are not in a secure area, the key or lock will be broken. Free copies of 128-bit browsers can be downloaded from their respective manufacturer by clicking one of the links below. Depending on your computer equipment and connection speed, this free download could take as long as two hours. The difference between these two types of encryption is one of capability.