Question

multiple choice
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which of the following methods is used to check if a website is legitimate or illegitimate?
a send an email to the website creator to ask if it is legitimate.

b ensure the website is protected by https.

c press on all links when viewing the site.

d see if the website has a lot of views and comments.

Explanation:

• Option A: Sending an email to the website creator is not reliable as the creator could be malicious or unresponsive, so this is not a valid method.
• Option B: HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure) indicates that the website has an SSL/TLS certificate, which helps in securing data transmission and is a common indicator of a legitimate website (though not foolproof, it's a standard check).
• Option C: Pressing all links can be dangerous (e.g., leading to malicious sites) and doesn't check legitimacy.
• Option D: High views and comments don't guarantee legitimacy (e.g., fake sites can have bot - generated views/comments).

Answer:

B. Ensure the website is protected by HTTPS.