"What Does -k Do in the Curl Command in Linux? Can Someone Explain?"

The `-k` flag in curl is a quick way to bypass SSL certificate validation. It’s super useful for debugging or when you’re working with self-signed certs, but it’s not something you should rely on for secure connections.

If you’re curious about SSL certs, you can use tools like `openssl s_client` to inspect them. Just be careful with `-k`—it’s a bit of a double-edged sword.