Beyond the dominance of HTTPS, a set of older internet protocols including Gemini, Gopher, and Finger continues to see use. Gemini, a modern take on the simple document protocol, offers a lightweight alternative to the web. Gopher, from the early 1990s, and the even older Finger protocol, are still operational in some corners. These protocols lack the multimedia capabilities of the modern web but provide fast, text-based interfaces. A small but active community maintains servers and clients, keeping these protocols accessible to those interested in a less complex internet experience.
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Beyond HTTPS: The Resurgence of Alternative Internet Protocols
A growing community is reviving older protocols like Gemini, Gopher, and Finger as alternatives to the modern web.
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