There are many people out there who know about the dark web or deep web. What you see at the surface of the web is only half a portion of it. So, things beneath the surface of the web will be intriguing for us. 
Therefore let’s enter the staggering knowledge of the internet. These are the things that fewer people know. Now, these intriguing things are fewer things to know but are crucial. 
There are two types of opinions that people have for the dark web and the deep web. Many people will say that the dark web and deep web are the same things. But are they the same? Not at all! 
There is much difference between them. While you will read this piece of article, you will know about all those gaps.

Here are the hidden mysteries behind a website that fewer people know:

Deep Web

The term deep web has other names like hidden web and invisible web. It is not accessible to the general public. A person cannot surf the deep web with the help of a regular search engine like Google, Bing, etc. 
But do you know that though you cannot use it, still, it is a part of the World Wide Web? 
Deep Web has its functions, updates, and database. It allows only some people to access the data in it. 
Generally, it contains personal websites. Therefore, it is not accessible by direct link. The design allows keeping the general public of the country out of the hidden web. It means that what we use is the surface web and, the deep web is opposite to it. You use the surface web using any search engine. 
Organizations like NASA, Data of any Bank, Hospital record, government record, etc., use Deep Web. 

Dark Web

The dark web is enormous as compared to Deep Web. The deep web is just a small part of the dark web. So, it is obvious that a regular surfer cannot surf it through any easily accessible search engine like Google, Bing, etc. 
You will need particular software, database, and credential to use the dark web. You cannot get it by simply typing Dark web on any search engine. 
The websites are available on the deep web characterized by the usage of encrypted software and unspecified location. Therefore, it is not accessible to regular surfers. 
Generally, it deals with illegal things like piracy, hacking, drugs transaction, weapon transaction, adult movies, gambling, and the black market. In all these activities, people do not require to give any location and identity. Also, it includes some activities like corporate database, academic database many more like this which requires a shadier side to protect their data.

How To Use Dark Web? 

There will be many people who wonder how to use the dark web. Many people are even scared of using it as they feel it is not acceptable in our society. They think that it is illegal. 

The thing they don’t know is that it is useful. The positive side of the dark web is that no one will know your identity and your location. People don’t even know that the user of the dark web is everywhere. 

The most used browser to operate the dark web is ‘Tor.’ The name came from an acronym for the Onion Router project. The name is due to the tight security that data faces before reaching the final destination. The data routed to multiple layers of safety. Tor is available for the general public.

A regular surfer can use it, but you have to be careful of all the spyware, malware, and other viruses. It is not virus-safe. Therefore, install it only from the official website.  

The original Tor browser is available on Linux, Mac, and even Windows. If you see Firefox, you will see the Tor browser is in-built in the browser. So, anyone who is a regular user of Firefox can easily access Tor. You have to manage two clicks from the browser and, you are in the Tor. 

The user will not need any technicalities to use this browser so that anyone can use it. The other thing that everyone should know is Tor is not the only browser available to use the dark web. 

Is Dark Web Illegal? 

No, the dark web is not illegal. It has many advantages. But, there are many unacceptable activities included in it. These activities are selling drugs, fake passports, selling weapons, etc. If any hidden illegal activities are carrying out by someone in this network, the cyber police will take strict action against them. 

So, it will be a mistake for you that your identity is anonymous to the administration. It is available to the authority for the protection of the country. Therefore, while using the dark web, we should not do the surf or activities are against the country’s rules and regulation. 

Conclusion 

This article unfolds the hidden mystery of the website. Gaining knowledge is the most admirable thing that you can do for yourself. There is a saying that less knowledge is harmful. So, you know you can access the hidden web on your device. You cannot use it illegally. We should always try to become a good citizens of our country. 

Penned by Piyali Das
Email – info@globalprofessionals.biz