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220-1101 · Question #22

Which of the following BEST describes the main function of a web server?

The correct answer is D. Hosting home pages and business portals. A web server is a software application that serves HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) requests by delivering web pages and other files to users' web browsers. The main function of a web server is to host home pages and business portals, making them accessible to users via the

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Question

Which of the following BEST describes the main function of a web server?

Options

  • AStoring files and controlling user access
  • BSetting up personal mailboxes and calendars
  • CProviding IP addresses and printing services
  • DHosting home pages and business portals

How the community answered

(47 responses)
  • A
    6% (3)
  • B
    2% (1)
  • C
    2% (1)
  • D
    89% (42)

Explanation

A web server is a software application that serves HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) requests by delivering web pages and other files to users' web browsers. The main function of a web server is to host home pages and business portals, making them accessible to users via the

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#Web server#Server roles#Networking services#Internet services

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