Kenny is about to sign into his bank's website when he notices the layout looks different from the last time he was on this site.The URL begins with HTTPS,but Kenny is still not convinced this site is safe.Knowing that anyone can create a secure website that uses HTTPS,how can Kenny find the digital certificate to check that his bank actually owns this website?
A) Look for the lock icon in the address bar
B) Email the bank for a copy of the digital certificate
C) Sign in with his password and then use the site's search tool
D) Click the name of the organization next to the address bar

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

By clicking on the name of the organization next to the address bar, Kenny can find the digital certificate information for the website, including who issued the certificate and who it was issued to. This allows him to verify that the website actually belongs to his bank and is not a fraudulent copy. Looking for the lock icon in the address bar is also a good indicator that the site is secure, but it does not provide information about the digital certificate itself. Emailing the bank or signing in with his password are not recommended actions if he is unsure about the site's safety.

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