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Clandestine, encrypted, and often decentralized digital networks operating outside standard oversight, used for secure communication, black-market exchange, or subversive coordination. These are the "dark alleys" of the internet, hidden from search engines and law enforcement, requiring specific software (like Tor) or protocols to access. While sometimes associated with illicit activity, they are also vital tools for whistleblowers, dissidents, and privacy advocates in oppressive regimes. A dark network is defined by its intentional obscurity and resistance to censorship.
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