Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - The Internet And Its Uses (Section 7 - No. 20)

What does HTTPS stand for, and what extra functionality does it add to HTTP?
Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure; adds encryption and authentication.
Hypertext Transfer Protocol Simple; adds compression and caching.
Hypertext Tagging Protocol Secure; adds digital signatures.
Hyperlink Transfer Protocol Simple; adds user authentication.

Explanation

HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure) utilizes SSL/TLS encryption to provide a secure connection.

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