Dive into the internet's hidden depths and separate fact from fiction. This episode clarifies the distinctions between the Surface, Deep, and Dark Web, revealing how technologies like Tor and cryptocurrencies enable extreme anonymity. We’ll expose the real threats, from infamous markets like Silk Road to sophisticated "Crime-as-a-Service" models and Taiwan's significant data breaches. Unpack the sensational urban legends, contrasting them with the documented dangers, and understand what the Dark Web truly is – not just a myth, but a complex, evolving digital underworld.