Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - The Internet And Its Uses (Section 8 - No. 47)

What does 'HTTPS' stand for, and what is its primary function?

Hypertext Transfer Protocol Standard; used for fast data transfer

Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure; used for secure communication

Hypertext Technology System; used to display web content

Hyperlink Text Transmission Protocol; used to send emails

HTTPS is the secure version of HTTP.