How to Enable SSL in Windows 10: A Simple GuideUpdated a month ago
To enable SSL in Windows 10, you need to install and configure an SSL certificate for secure connections. If using Internet Information Services (IIS), open IIS Manager by searching for it in the Start menu. In the left panel, select your server, then click Server Certificates under the Features section.
Key Highlights: Enable SSL in Windows 10
- Enable SSL/TLS in Internet Explorer or Microsoft Edge:
Open Internet Options via Run (`inetcpl.cpl`), go to the Advanced tab. Enable SSL 3.0, TLS 1.0, TLS 1.1, TLS 1.2, and TLS 1.3 for secure communication.
- Configure SSL/TLS in Microsoft Outlook:
Go to Account Settings > More Settings > Advanced tab. Enable SSL/TLS for incoming (IMAP/POP3) and outgoing (SMTP) mail servers.
- Enable SSL/TLS for IIS Web Servers:
Use IIS Manager to add an HTTPS binding with an SSL certificate to secure your website.
- Enable SSL/TLS for Other Applications:
Ensure SSL/TLS settings are activated in other applications like FTP clients or database tools via their preferences or connection settings.
- Keep SSL/TLS Updated:
Ensure Windows 10 is regularly updated and install root certificate updates via Windows Update for optimal security.
By following these steps, you can enable SSL/TLS on Windows 10 for secure browsing, email communication, and web server management.