Why a Secure Website Can Still Show Connection Errors

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Even a website with a valid SSL certificate can run into connection errors if the server's configuration is off, like mismatched domain names or expired intermediate certificates. Sometimes, it's your own browser or network firewall interfering, not the site's security. So, that padlock icon doesn't guarantee smooth sailing every time.