Question

What is the full form of HTTPS and what additional security does it provide over HTTP?

A HyperText Transfer Protocol Secure — it uses SSL/TLS encryption Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B High Transfer Protocol System — it uses firewall protection Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C HyperText Transmission Protocol Standard — it uses IP filtering Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Hybrid Transfer Protocol Secure — it uses VPN tunneling Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
E HyperText Transfer Protocol System — it uses MAC filtering Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

HTTPS encrypts data in transit using SSL/TLS, preventing eavesdropping, man-in-the-middle attacks, and data tampering. Banks mandate HTTPS for all internet banking portals. It operates on port 443 (HTTP uses port 80). TLS 1.3 is the current recommended standard.

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