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When sending any application information online this site automatically switches to a secure mode. This is evident by the "https" that will appear in the url as opposed to "http." If you are using Internet Explorer you will see a locked pad lock at the bottom of your screen when you are in a secure mode and an unlocked pad lock when you are in an insecure mode.

Microsoft Explorer
In Microsoft Explorer when browsing securely the browser will display a locked padlock icon at the bottom of its open window, which looks like this:

Netscape Navigator
In Netscape Navigator when browsing securely the browser will display a locked padlock icon at the bottom left of its open window, which looks like this:

In Netscape Navigator when browsing insecurely that padlock appears unlocked, like this: