engineering computer science MCQ #965

What is the purpose of the SSL/TLS protocol?

engineering computer science MCQ #965

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the purpose of the SSL/TLS protocol?

    • A) To provide encryption and authentication for secure data transfer
    • B) To route data between nodes on a network
    • C) To manage physical connections
    • D) To provide flow control and congestion avoidance

    Answer: To provide encryption and authentication for secure data transfer

    Explanation: SSL/TLS (Secure Sockets Layer/Transport Layer Security) provides encryption and authentication for secure data transfer over the internet.