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Presented by: Ewan Jordaan

Ever wondered how websites keep your data safe and only grant access to the right people? It all comes down to authentication! This video is your ultimate guide to understanding the different ways servers verify who you are.

We break down the most common HTTP authentication methods, from the simple to the complex, so you can better understand how the internet works behind the scenes.

In this video, we cover:
HTTP vs. HTTPS: Why security is crucial.
Basic Auth: The simple but risky classic.
Bearer Auth (API Keys): The standard for most modern APIs.
Digest Auth: A more secure version of Basic Auth.
Header Auth: Sending credentials through custom headers.
OAuth 1 vs. OAuth 2: The industry standard for secure authorization, and why you should always use version 2!
Custom Auth & Query Auth.

We'll also clarify the crucial difference between encoding and encryption and why you should NEVER use Basic Auth over an insecure HTTP connection.

Whether you're a budding web developer, a cybersecurity enthusiast, or just curious about the magic behind your login screens, this explanation is for you.

Thanks for watching!