What mechanism does a browser use to verify the cryptographic identity and authenticity of an HTTPS website during an initial connection handshake?
A. It evaluates the site's digital SSL/TLS Certificate issued by a trusted Certificate Authority (CA).
B. It alters network configurations via DHCP scripts.
C. It queries standard local email mailboxes via POP3 paths.
D. It reviews local text browser history traces.
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Browsers verify a website's authenticity by checking its digital certificate, which must be cryptographically signed by a recognized, trusted Certificate Authority (CA).
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