Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - The Internet And Its Uses (Section 14 - No. 22)

What is the purpose of HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure)?
To provide faster internet browsing.
To encrypt data transmitted between a web browser and a server.
To block malicious websites.
To translate domain names into IP addresses.

Explanation

HTTPS uses encryption to secure data transmission between a web browser and a server, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of the data.

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