COMPUTER NETWORKING

NETWORK SECURITY

DIGITAL SIGNATURE

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

Who really checks the validity of a Digital certificate?

A	The user
B	The Browser
C	The server
D	The web application

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -The web server sends the browser or server a copy of its SSL certificate in response. The browser or server checks to see whether it trusts the SSL certificate. If it does, it signals this to the webserver.

Detailed explanation-2: -A certificate authority (CA) is a trusted entity that issues Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) certificates. These digital certificates are data files used to cryptographically link an entity with a public key.

Detailed explanation-3: -Digital Certification Definition Another common use of digital certificates is to confirm the authenticity of a website to a web browser, which is also known as a secure sockets layer or SSL certificate.

Detailed explanation-4: -Visit an SSL-enabled website and double click on the padlock in the address bar of the website. A window will pop up. Now, click on Show Certificate and then click on Details to view the certificate details.

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