This protocol is used by a client to send email to a mail server.

IT Exam Items RepositoryCategory: CCNA 1 v7This protocol is used by a client to send email to a mail server.

This protocol is used by a client to send email to a mail server.

  • POP
  • SMTP
  • IMAP
  • HTTP

Explanation: Email clients connect to SMTP servers over port 25 to send email. POP and IMAP are used by clients to receive email. HTTP is used between web browsers and web servers.

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