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FC0-U41 · Question #37

Which of the following statements about a smart card are true? Each correct Answer represents a complete solution. Choose two.

The correct answer is A. It is used to securely store public and private keys for log on , e-mail signing and encryption, D. It is a device that contains a microprocessor and permanent memory. Explanation: A smart card is a credit card-sized device that contains a microprocessor and permanent memory. It is used to securely store public and private keys for log on, e-mail signing and encryption, and file encryption. To use a smart card, a computer must have a smart…

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Question

Which of the following statements about a smart card are true? Each correct Answer represents a complete solution. Choose two.

Options

  • AIt is used to securely store public and private keys for log on , e-mail signing and encryption,
  • BIt is a device that works as an interface between a computer and a network.
  • CIt is a device that routes data packets between computers in different networks.
  • DIt is a device that contains a microprocessor and permanent memory.

How the community answered

(21 responses)
  • A
    81% (17)
  • B
    14% (3)
  • C
    5% (1)

Explanation

Explanation: A smart card is a credit card-sized device that contains a microprocessor and permanent memory. It is used to securely store public and private keys for log on, e-mail signing and encryption, and file encryption. To use a smart card, a computer must have a smart card reader attached with it. What is a smart card reader? A smart card reader is an interface device, which is used to read information from or write information to a smart card. Answer option B is incorrect. A network adapter is a device that works as an interface between a computer and a network.Answer option C is incorrect. A router is a device that routes data packets between computers in different networks.

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#smart card#PKI#digital certificates#microprocessor

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