engineering computer science MCQ #1526

What is the purpose of a digital signature in network security?

engineering computer science MCQ #1526

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the purpose of a digital signature in network security?

    • A) To encrypt data
    • B) To authenticate the sender's identity
    • C) To compress data
    • D) To detect malware

    Answer: To authenticate the sender's identity

    Explanation: A digital signature is used to verify the authenticity of a message or document, ensuring it comes from the claimed sender.