Multiple choice technology security

A session ID is required for a client server communication after an authentication since HTTP is a:

  1. STATEFUL protocol

  2. STATELESS protocol

  3. Protocol for file transfer

  4. Post Office Protocol
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B Correct answer
Explanation

HTTP is stateless - each request stands alone with no memory of previous requests. Session IDs create continuity by storing user state on the server, referenced via cookies or headers. Stateful protocols (A) maintain connection state inherently. File transfer (C) and email protocols (D) are unrelated to HTTPs statelessness and session management.

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