Handshake Initiation

Handshake initiation refers to the process of starting a secure and authenticated connection between two devices or systems over a network. Think of it as the initial meeting where two parties introduce themselves, verify their identities, and agree on the rules for their communication before they begin exchanging actual messages or data.

When two devices want to communicate securely, they can't just start sending sensitive information right away. Instead, they first perform a handshake to establish trust. This handshake typically involves several steps:

Handshake initiation is essential in many security protocols like SSL/TLS (used for secure websites), SSH (secure remote login), and VPN connections. It ensures that the data being exchanged is protected from unauthorized access and tampering.