The deep web refers to content on the world wide web that is not indexed by standard search engines. It contains dynamic content, unlinked pages, private websites that require login credentials, and content in formats like videos or images that search engines cannot access. While the deep web offers anonymity and a place to access information privately, it also enables illegal activities due to its anonymity. The deep web represents a vast amount of information with applications in research, business, and communications for both good and bad purposes.