 128-Bit High Encryption SSL
The recommended encryption level for
securely and safely transmitting credit card data is 128bit
encryption. Many
popular browsers offer 128-bit SSL versions. We recommend
that you use either Netscape Navigator, Microsoft Internet Explorer or
AOL. It is
important to understand that these browsers come in both 40-bit
(older versions) and
128-bit versions (more recent versions).
For a simple and quick way to find out what version your browser is
and what level of encryption it is using
Go Here. After
doing so, make sure to follow the recommendation to upgrade your
browser to 128 bit security. You may also use the
information below to complete your upgrade.
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To find out if your current
Netscape
browser supports 128-bit encryption, follow these instructions:
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Netscape Navigator 2.x: 128-bit is not supported. You should
upgrade your browser to the newest 128-bit version.
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Netscape Navigator 3.x: In the Help menu, select "About
Netscape". If your browser provides 128-bit encryption, then on
this
page there will be an RSA logo, along with bolded wording that
contains "This version supports U.S. security". If the text in
this
paragraph says "This version supports International security,"
then
128-bit encryption is not provided with your version of the
browser.
You should upgrade your browser to the newest 128-bit version.
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Netscape Navigator 4.x: From the Help menu, select "About
Communicator". Scroll down this page until you see the bolded
paragraph that begins with the words "This version supports U.S.
security". If the text does not say that, then 128-bit encryption
is not
provided with your version of the browser. You should upgrade your
browser to the newest 128-bit version.
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To find out if your current version of Internet Explorer
supports
128-bit
encryption, follow these instructions:
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Internet Explorer 3.x: While Microsoft's Internet Explorer version
3.x
can support 128-bit encryption, we recommend that you upgrade
from this old version. For a variety of reasons, Internet Explorer
3.x
is incompatible with many of the today's Internet technologies.
Upgrading should provide a more enjoyable web experience.
(Upgrade Instructions.)
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Internet Explorer 4.x: From the "Help" menu, select "About
Internet
Explorer." The following window will say: "Cipher Strength:
128-bit
supported" in the middle of the page if 128-bit encryption is
provided. Otherwise, it will say: "Cipher Strength: 40-bit
supported".
If you have the 40-bit version, you should upgrade to the newest
128-bit compatible Internet Explorer.
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Internet Explorer 5.x: From the "Help" menu, select "About
Internet
Explorer". The following window will say: "Cipher Strength:
128-bit
supported" in the middle of the page if 128-bit encryption is
provided. Otherwise, it will say: "Cipher Strength: 40-bit
supported".
If you have the 40-bit version, you should upgrade to the 128-bit
compatible Internet Explorer.
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AOL browser requirements:
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You can obtain the particular browser you would like to use by
following the instructions provided.
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Download time could require two hours. If you have trouble
downloading, please contact America Online Customer Service.
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Go to Keyword: 128browser
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Follow the instructions for downloading and installing your
new 128-bit browser.
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How can I upgrade my browser?
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Both Microsoft Internet Explorer and Netscape Navigator are free
to
download.
To download the 128-bit version of either browser free of charge,
follow the instructions below. Internet Explorers upgrade only
takes 1-2 minutes via a 28.8 dial-up connection.
If you want to upgrade your version of Internet Explorer:
Visit:http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/downloads/recommended/128bit/default.asp
Follow the directions for downloading.
If you want to upgrade your version of Netscape Navigator:
Visit:http://wp.netscape.com/download/0509102/10002-en----_qual.html?cp=downav
Select the 128-bit download from the available products and then
follow the instructions. If you are already using a Netscape
Version
4.x browser, try their "SmartUpdate" feature that is listed on the
left
of the page.
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