Describe SSL Session Processes CCA-APPDS-GATEWAY Practice Questions (Page 7)

Questions 31–32

1. 31foundation · easy

   In SSL/TLS, what is the primary purpose of asymmetric cryptography during the handshake?

   • ATo encrypt the entire application data stream
   • BTo generate the server's private key
   • CTo securely exchange or derive a shared secret
   • DTo compress the data before transmission
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2. 32foundation · easy

   What is the primary benefit of SSL session resumption using session IDs or session tickets?

   • AIt allows the handshake to be shortened for subsequent connections
   • BIt eliminates the need for certificates entirely
   • CIt increases the strength of the encryption used
   • DIt forces the client to re-authenticate every time
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