What does it mean if a website begins with https?

Related questions

1. Which one is safer http or https?
2. What is encrypted in https?
3. Does https mean the site is secure?
4. Is SSL the same as https?
5. Do I need an SSL certificate?
6. Is https really safe?
7. Is https secure enough?
8. Does https mean safe?
9. Are sites with https safe?
10. Does my site need SSL?

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