SSL Complete Guide 2021: HTTP to HTTPS - Cloudflare SSL Operation Modes

The video tutorial explores Cloudflare's SSL options, including Flexible, Full, and Full Strict modes. It explains how to set up SSL encryption automatically and manually, detailing the process of obtaining and installing certificates. The tutorial highlights the differences between the SSL modes, emphasizing the security implications and requirements for each. It also covers the use of self-signed certificates and Cloudflare's Origin CA certificates, providing a comprehensive guide to securing websites with Cloudflare.

What is the first step in obtaining a certificate manually?

• Renew the certificate

• Install the certificate on the server

• Generate a Certificate Signing Request (CSR)

• Verify the domain identity

In Flexible SSL mode, where does encryption occur?

• No encryption occurs

• Between Cloudflare and the origin server

• Between the visitor and Cloudflare

• Between the visitor and the origin server

What is a key characteristic of Full SSL mode?

• It requires no certificates on the origin server

• It encrypts traffic only between the visitor and Cloudflare

• It requires encryption between both the visitor and Cloudflare, and Cloudflare and the origin server

• It uses only self-signed certificates

Which type of certificate is not verified by Cloudflare in Full SSL mode?

• Dedicated SSL certificate

• Origin CA certificate

• Let's Encrypt certificate

• Self-signed certificate

What is the main difference between Full and Full Strict SSL modes?

• Full Strict mode encrypts only between the visitor and Cloudflare

• Full mode requires no certificates

• Full Strict mode requires valid certificates on the origin server

• Full mode uses only Cloudflare-issued certificates

In Full Strict mode, what happens if a self-signed certificate is used?

• The website will still work

• The website will not be accessible

• Cloudflare will issue a warning

• The certificate will be automatically upgraded

What is a benefit of using Cloudflare's Origin CA certificate?

• It is only valid for encryption between the visitor and Cloudflare

• It requires frequent renewals

• It has a long validity period

• It is trusted by all web browsers

Which SSL mode is recommended if you have no certificates on your origin server?

• Full Strict SSL

• Dedicated SSL

• Flexible SSL

• Full SSL

What is a limitation of Cloudflare's Origin CA certificate?

• It is only available in the paid plan

• It requires manual installation

• It is not valid for direct client connections

• It is not free

What is not available in the free Cloudflare plan?

• Flexible SSL

• Full SSL

• Full Strict SSL

• Dedicated SSL certificate