Which standard protocol is used for sending outgoing emails across the Internet?
AHTTP
BIMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol)
CSMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)
DPOP3 (Post Office Protocol 3)
Explanation
SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) is the standard TCP/IP protocol used exclusively for sending outgoing emails from client applications to mail servers, as well as relaying messages between mail servers across networks (default ports 25, 587).
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Computer Fundamentals, Networking & Cybersecurity
- Subtopic: Hardware, MS Office, Protocols, Operating Systems & AI
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