If you haven't already been using the service, Google now provide an SSL encrypted version of their popular search engine. The site can be accessed simply by visiting https://www.google.com and is currently in Beta. Unfortunately, the site is currently only available under its generic top-level domain '.com' and will default search results to US sites. When using the encrypted site, links to results for image search and maps will not be included as these features are not supported at the present time. In their blog, Google assure users that the data sent as part of the query remain unchanged and the only alteration is that it's SSL encrypted. One thing that I'm enjoying is the lack of sponsored links and advertising on search results, which obviously won't last – but it's a refreshing change not to be bombarded. The site also works in conjunction with GoogleSharing meaning a completely encrypted and anonymous experience in Google!
