What type of connection do I need?

Besides needing a browser that supports 128-bit Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology, you also need an Internet Service Provider (ISP) that supports it, as well.  Nearly all ISPs automatically enable SSL, as do most online services such as America Online, CompuServe, and Prodigy.  If you use your company's internal connection to access the Internet and you're not able to access the Department's secure pages with an SSL-enabled browser, your company may be blocking access via a "firewall."  You will need to speak to your firm's Internet access systems administrator to resolve this problem.