The result of S/MIME encrypting the digest using DSS and the sender's private DSS key is the ________.
A) digital signature
B) envelope
C) digest code
D) mail extension

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S/MIME encryption using DSS and the sender's private DSS key results in a digital signature, which is used to verify the authenticity and integrity of the message. Option B is incorrect because an envelope refers to the wrapper that contains the encrypted message and the digital signature, while option C is incorrect because the digest code is the hashed value of the message that is used as input to the digital signature process. Option D is unrelated to the process of digitally signing a message.

The Result of S/MIME Encrypting the Digest Using DSS and the Sender's