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A user visits a website using HTTPS. Which of the following happens during the connection setup?

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Intro to Computing - How the Internet Works
A user visits a website using HTTPS. Which of the following happens during the connection setup?
AThe browser uses port 80 to connect
BThe browser sends data without encryption
CThe server ignores the HTTPS request
DThe browser and server exchange encryption keys using SSL/TLS
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Understand HTTPS handshake

    HTTPS uses SSL/TLS to exchange encryption keys securely between browser and server.
  2. Step 2: Eliminate incorrect options

    Data is encrypted, server does not ignore HTTPS, and port 443 (not 80) is used.
  3. Final Answer:

    The browser and server exchange encryption keys using SSL/TLS -> Option D
  4. Quick Check:

    HTTPS handshake = SSL/TLS key exchange [OK]
Quick Trick: HTTPS handshake uses SSL/TLS key exchange [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Thinking data is sent unencrypted
  • Assuming server ignores HTTPS
  • Confusing port 80 with 443

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