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Jan 23 2014

How the Deep Web Works

31 min 2 movies discussed
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Perhaps you didn't realize that when you search the web you're only skimming the surface. In fact, the types of web pages that turn up in your search engine results represent only a mere fraction of the total web. Immerse yourself in the Deep web and its dark corners in this episode.

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Josh and Chuck dive into the mysterious world of the deep web and dark web, explaining how traditional search engines only scratch the surface of what's actually out there on the internet. They explore how the vast majority of web content remains hidden from Google searches, discuss the anonymous Tor browser and its uses both legitimate and illicit, and share fascinating examples like how Iron Maiden used piracy data to plan their tour routes. The hosts break down the difference between the deep web (unindexed content) and the dark web (intentionally hidden sites), covering everything from the infamous Silk Road marketplace to privacy tools used by journalists and activists.


Movies Discussed

Hey Dude
Hey Dude
1989
★ 6.8
"stars of the cult classic show, Hey Dude — Mentioned in a podcast ad promotion for a Hey Dude nostalgia podcast hosted by the show's stars."
Poltergeist
Poltergeist
1982 1h 54m
★ 7.2
"AOL instant messenger and the dial-up sound like poltergeist — Used as a comparison to describe the distinctive AOL dial-up internet connection sound from the 90s."

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