Which of the following statements is true of the Secure Socket Layer (SSL)?
A) It uses asymmetric encryption exclusively.
B) It is used to send sensitive data such as credit card numbers.
C) It uses one set of encryption keys for multiple sessions.
D) It is a stronger version of HTTPS.

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SSL is used to send sensitive data such as credit card numbers securely over the internet. It uses a combination of asymmetric and symmetric encryption. Each session uses a unique set of encryption keys for enhanced security. HTTPS is actually the protocol that uses SSL (or its successor TLS) for secure communication, so D is incorrect.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Secure