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@article{168720,
        author = {Vishakha Shisode and Dr. Archana Wafgaonkar and Mr. Deepak Singh},
        title = {DARKNET: THE WORLD BEYOND VISIBLE WEB},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2024},
        volume = {11},
        number = {5},
        pages = {1765-1773},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=168720},
        abstract = {The internet is a crucial aspect of our daily lives, seamlessly woven into various activities and lifestyles. The dark web functions as an elusive, hidden layer of the internet, often utilized to store and access sensitive information. However, numerous incidents have highlighted its misuse for engaging in criminal and illegal activities while remaining concealed. This paper provides an overview of the dark web and the various browsers used to access it. It examines the different features, benefits, and drawbacks of the dark web. Additionally, it discusses various forms of attacks, exploits, and malware associated with it. The paper also explores the range of criminal activities and incidents that occur on the dark web, helping readers become informed about these threats and take appropriate preventive measures.},
        keywords = {The dark web, Deep web, Encryption, TOR, Anonymous, Privacy, Access.},
        month = {November},
        }