Overview of Tor and Dark Web
Tor is not illegal in the USA. It is a network routing and security technology. If you engage in illegal activities on the web, using Tor or regular HTTP/HTTPS is irrelevant.
Scary Elements of the Dark Web
- Black market drugs: illegal and illegally procured prescription drugs.
- Stolen information: data breaches and stolen identities.
- Disturbing content.
Dark Web Usage
Dark web domains are inconsistent. 1.5% of the 2 million Tor users access hidden websites.
Loan Sharks on the Dark Web
Loan sharks exist but are not prominently labeled. Participants remain hidden and anonymous.
Dark Web vs. Deep Web
The deep state poses a greater danger than the dark web. Democracy faces more significant threats from global surveillance.